SHAH ALAM, July 30 (Bernama) — Kuala Lumpur Police College commandant Datuk Shazeli Kahar, has been appointed Selangor police chief effective today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Shazeli takes over from Datuk Hussein Omar Khan, who was appointed as Narcotics Criminal Investigation Department (JSJN) director at Bukit Aman on July 21. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Prior to Shazeli’s appointment, the role was temporarily held by Selangor police deputy chief, Mohd Zaini Abu Hassan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The handover of duties ceremony took place at the Selangor Police Contingent Headquarters (IPK), witnessed by Bukit Aman Logistics and Technology Department (Jlog) director CP Gilberd Philip Layang.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In his speech, Shazeli acknowledged the significant responsibility entrusted to him and pledged to continue the excellence of the police force in Selangor, ensuring the state remains peaceful and secure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cAs the new police chief, I understand the expectations of both the public and PDRM personnel for leadership that is trustworthy and connected to the community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cI am committed to continuing the legacy of excellence and driving change to maintain Selangor\u2019s safety and well-being,” he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Shazeli, 50, who has served nearly 25 years in the force, began his career in the Criminal Investigation Department (JSJ) at the Ipoh District Police Headquarters, Perak.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He has since held various strategic roles at Bukit Aman and led the Special Branch in Perak, focusing on extremism and terrorism-related matters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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