Fake Traffic Officer Arrested in Lahad Datu

Lahad Datu Man Arrested for Impersonating Traffic Police Officer A man in Lahad Datu, Sabah, Malaysia, was recently arrested for impersonating a traffic police officer and soliciting money from accident victims. The incident came to light when a victim, suspicious of the suspect's lack of proper identification, reported the matter to the authorities. "The suspect's actions were quite brazen," stated Superintendent Jimmy Panyaun, Deputy Police Chief of Lahad Datu. "He attempted to take advantage of vulnerable accident victims." Investigations revealed the suspect had a history of criminal activity. He was apprehended by officers from the Criminal Investigation Department of the Lahad Datu District Police Headquarters. The suspect is currently being held under Section 420 of the Penal Code and further investigations are underway. This case serves as a reminder to the public to always verify the identity of police officers before engaging with them.