Customs officer murder: Suspect surrenders to police

16 Oct 2026 • 8:56 AM MYT
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KUALA LUMPUR - A female officer with the Royal Malaysian Customs Department (JKDM) was found dead in a suspected murder involving her husband at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) quarters in Nilai last night.

Negeri Sembilan police chief Datuk Alzafny Ahmad confirmed that law enforcement received information regarding the incident at approximately 8.30 pm.

"The murder is believed to have been committed by her husband. The suspect also surrendered himself at a police station following the incident," he said when contacted by reporters here today.

Police probe scene for motive and timeline

"He said that the police are currently conducting a detailed investigation at the scene to determine the actual motive behind the murder, as well as the precise time the incident occurred. The suspect has been taken to the scene to help with further investigations."

Alzafny added that the case is being investigated under Section 302 of the Penal Code, and further details regarding the case will be released once the investigation at the scene is fully concluded. - October 16, 2026

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