Kuala Lumpur: The Malaysian Crime Prevention Foundation (MCPF) revealed that Kuala Kangsar district recorded the highest number of cybercrime cases in the state, prompting more effective programmes to tackle the issue. Its Perak chairman, Datuk Zainal Azman Abu Seman, stated that comprehensive steps are being taken to raise public awareness about the dangers of crimes, especially cybercrimes. Regular programmes are being implemented to ensure that information reaches all communities, including those in rural areas.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, Zainal highlighted that reports from district chairpersons in Perak from 2023 to 2024 emphasized the need for a thorough and practical approach to addressing cybercrime-related issues. A recent presentation reported that the highest number of cybercrime cases occurred in Kuala Kangsar, an unexpected finding. Consequently, this area will be prioritized for action this year. Zainal made these remarks during a press conference following the closing ceremony of the Perak MCPF retreat for Larut Matang and Selama, officiated by Perak contingent police headquarters Crime Prevention and Community Safety Department chief Zaharudin Rasip.
He mentioned that several federal agencies, including the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) and the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC), have shown interest in collaborating with MCPF to enhance crime prevention efforts. Zainal also noted that Perak MCPF is actively organizing activities, seminars, and crime prevention programmes targeting teenagers and school students, who require special attention.
“MCPF can assist by offering educational programmes to the youth, helping them avoid social issues and enhancing their awareness levels. We will strengthen the periodic programmes conducted in communities because we recognize that the nature of crime is evolving from traditional methods to more complex, technology-based approaches. Therefore, MCPF members need to adapt their strategies to make awareness efforts more effective,” he added.