Malaysian police boost 24-hour safety measures at KL hot spots
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At peak hours, KL Sentral sees up to two million people daily.
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KUALA LUMPUR – The Malaysian police are stepping up safety with 24-hour monitoring and enforcement at major public hot spots in the capital city.
Commissioner Fadil Marsus, Kuala Lumpur’s police chief, said that high-traffic locations such as KL Sentral, Masjid Jamek station, Pasar Seni and the Tun Razak Exchange are priority areas.
He added that the initiative goes beyond physical patrols and will include advanced surveillance and CCTV systems to strengthen security.
“There must be round-the-clock monitoring and comprehensive use of high-tech systems to help us ensure public safety and order,” Datuk Fadil said.
“We are identifying and upgrading necessary systems while assessing security needs over time.”
He added that CCTV monitoring is already integrated, similar to other major cities worldwide, but should be expanded and improved.
He spoke to reporters after a site visit to KL Sentral early on Aug 19.
Deputy Commissioner Mohamed Usuf Jan Mohamad and Senior Assistant Commissioner Fazlisyam Abd Majid, the Special Branch chief, accompanied Mr Fadil.
The visit began at 7am and included observing safety and surveillance at rail hubs such as the LRT and KTM Komuter and engaging with public transport users.
Mr Fadil said KL Sentral is one of the most critical transit points in the Klang Valley.
“This is the most densely populated and busiest area in Kuala Lumpur after it became the main rail transport hub,” he said. “With commuters switching lines to other destinations, public safety and order here remain our top priority.”
At peak hours – between 7am and 9am and from 4pm to 7pm – KL Sentral sees up to two million people daily. THE STAR/ASIA NEWS NETWORK
