Cryptocurrency draws review as PDRM checks Kajang claim

Claim status: unverified; no PDRM or embassy confirmation

Unverified online claims allege that seven Malaysian police officers extorted about 352,000 yuan (roughly RM200,000) in cryptocurrency from Chinese tourists in Kajang, Selangor, on a recent date, as reported by Odaily via YouToCoin (https://www.youtocoin.com/flash/344115.html?utm_source=openai). The reports further describe threats to involve immigration and a forced transfer of funds.

As of the time of writing, no corroborating statements or case numbers have been located on official channels maintained by the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM), Selangor police, or the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Malaysia; likewise, no matching coverage was identified in Bernama, The Star, or Malay Mail following a targeted review by the newsroom.

Given the absence of institutional confirmation, this article treats the allegation as unverified.

“no credible public reports confirm statements from accountable institutional or expert voices about the specific case of seven Malaysian police officers extorting 352,000 yuan in cryptocurrency from Chinese tourists,” said the newsroom fact‑check desk.

Why this matters for cryptocurrency extortion and tourist safety

If accurate, the allegation intersects with two high‑risk domains: custodial abuse by public officials and crypto‑denominated extortion. Cryptocurrency transfers are hard to reverse and can be rapidly obfuscated across wallets, which complicates recovery and evidentiary tracing.

Allegations of police misconduct, including bribery or crypto theft, can undermine trust in lawful authority and deter victims from reporting crimes. The practical risk for tourists is acute when identity documents, immigration status, and immediate personal safety can be leveraged to coerce payment.

Malaysia has seen recurring enforcement actions against crypto‑linked crimes and infrastructure abuses; based on statements involving Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB), prior crackdowns have included seizures of bitcoin‑mining machines and action against associated electricity theft.

In Malaysia, reporting typically begins with a formal police report that records the incident, location, time, and identities involved. Complainants generally request the officers’ names, badge numbers, and station affiliation, and preserve contemporaneous evidence such as photographs, messages, or wallet transaction IDs.

Where misconduct by police personnel is alleged, complaints can be escalated to the force’s integrity channels and to the relevant district or state command for Kajang, Selangor. Foreign nationals may also notify their embassy or consular services to document the case and assist with language or liaison needs.

How we verified and what would confirm the claim

Sources checked: PDRM, Selangor police, Ministry of Home Affairs (Malaysia), Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Malaysia

Verification consisted of scanning official press rooms and social feeds for incident notes, case numbers, arrest disclosures, or charge sheets, and reviewing recent advisories from the Chinese embassy. A parallel search assessed whether major Malaysian outlets carried corroborating reports or court filings consistent with the online claims.

What would confirm it: case number, charges, official statements

Corroboration would include a publicly identifiable case reference from Kajang or Selangor authorities, confirmation of arrests, and charge details. An embassy notice acknowledging assistance to named victims would further substantiate the report.

FAQ about Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM)

Has the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) issued an official statement or case number on the alleged Kajang incident?

No public statement or case number was found at the time of writing.

Which credible Malaysian or Chinese media outlets have verified this report?

None were identified in a targeted review of leading outlets as of publication.