Police must show similar enthusiasm in all cases

DAP National Deputy Chairman and MP for Kepong Dr Tan Seng Giaw reminds the Malaysian police that it should show similar degree of enthusiasm, thoroughness and efficiency in all cases irrespective of the status of the victims.

Get rid of the impression that when victims of murder or other cases are less well known, the police takes its sweet time in investigations and other action. No doubt the police would deny it. It has to show unequivocally that it tries its best in all cases.

Dr Tan comments on some people's perception that when it comes to the ghastly murder of millionaire Susilawati and her three associates, the police has been so quick in its action. He was at the opening ceremony of the New Kajang Branch last night.

There are crimes in human society. Some are very inhuman such as the recent murder, burning and disposal of Susilawati and three others. The police has been quick at the scene, untangling the mystery of the murder with the detention of 8 suspects including two lawyer brothers. We like to know the truth in court. The greed and cruelty of some humans are evident.

The police must show that it is as attentive and thorough in other cases. The new Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Ismail would do well to show clearly that he is impartial. Lets wait and see.

Dr Tan Seng Giaw