What legal breaches could the officer face if found guilty?

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The officer could face both disciplinary action by PDRM and legal action under Chinese law if a law breach is proven

The Royal Malaysia Police has opened a disciplinary investigation into one of its personnel over allegations of insulting local residents while travelling in China, and Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Mohd Khalid Ismail said she remains on active duty pending the investigation’s outcome. He also stated that apart from disciplinary aspects, “appropriate action” will be taken if any breach of the law is established.
PDRM disciplinary investigation and “active duty” status pending findings
PDRM has initiated a disciplinary investigation into the officer who went viral over allegations in China. Mohd Khalid said the personnel concerned remains on active duty while the investigation is carried out, and the force will conduct a thorough probe into the conduct alleged to have occurred in a public area.
Possible legal exposure if a “breach of the law” is established
The IGP’s statement makes clear that legal consequences are separate from the disciplinary process. If investigators establish that the officer’s alleged conduct amounts to a breach of law, “appropriate action” would follow, beyond any disciplinary measures.
Conduct rules apply even when officers are abroad and not in uniform
Mohd Khalid reminded police officers that they are subject to PDRM regulations and standard operating procedures even when they are not in uniform and even when outside Malaysia. This framing links overseas conduct to accountability, meaning any proven wrongdoing could trigger both disciplinary proceedings and possible legal action.
Allegations tied to conduct in China may be treated as unlawful under local rules
The controversy centres on allegations that the officer shouted inappropriate remarks while covering her nose in a public area in China, and the incident drew attention from foreign media. While the specific Chinese statutes were not detailed, the IGP’s wording indicates that any proven breach of law in the location where the incident occurred could expose the officer to legal consequences in addition to PDRM disciplinary action.

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