A police officer described the harrowing moments he fatally shot an assailant after witnessing his colleagues being killed during a violent attack on a police post in Johor. Testifying in court, the officer, identified as Khairul, recounted a chaotic sequence of events involving low-light conditions, jammed weaponry, and the loss of close friends.
The testimony provides a granular look at the security breach, detailing how the attacker, identified as Radin Luqman, targeted officers at the station. The incident resulted in the deaths of two policemen, Ahmad Azza and Muhammed Syafiq, and left another officer, Hasif, wounded. The courtroom proceedings highlight the psychological toll on the survivors, as Khairul described himself as “traumatised and devastated” by the loss of his peers.
According to the court testimony, the attack unfolded in the early hours of the morning, characterized by a series of tactical retreats and desperate attempts to neutralize the gunman. The events culminated in a fatal confrontation near an armored vehicle, where Khairul intervened to prevent the assailant from seizing a high-powered weapon.
Timeline of the Attack and Tactical Response
The confrontation began when Khairul, along with colleagues Aznel and Syafiq, sought cover near a vending machine at the front of the station. Aznel alerted the group that a man had emerged from the barracks area and opened fire under low-light conditions. Following Aznel’s instructions, Khairul and Syafiq moved to the rear of the station to assess the situation and locate the attacker.
The group later regrouped behind the station chief’s office. While Aznel departed to seek further assistance, Khairul, Syafiq, and Hasif moved back to the front of the station, using an armored vehicle for cover. Despite their efforts to remain shielded, the attacker continued to fire upon them.
In a bid to protect his colleagues and draw the attacker’s attention away from the group, Hasif moved toward the station gate. This maneuver resulted in Hasif being shot in the left shoulder and hip. Shortly thereafter, Syafiq was shot in the head, leaving him incapacitated.
The Fatal Confrontation
The situation escalated critically when Radin Luqman allegedly attempted to seize Syafiq’s weapon—a Heckler &. Koch MP5 submachine gun capable of automatic fire. Recognizing the immediate threat that an automatic weapon in the hands of the assailant would pose to everyone remaining at the scene, Khairul fired his pistol.
Khairul testified that the first shot hit the attacker, but Luqman continued to move. In a moment of high tension, Khairul attempted to fire a second shot, but his pistol jammed. After successfully clearing the malfunction, he fired again, hitting the attacker. Luqman was later found lying next to Syafiq in front of the left tire of the armored vehicle.
The assailant was described as wearing dark clothing and a mask, and he was carrying a backpack at the time of the shooting. Assistance arrived at the scene at approximately 3:30 a.m. By 7:00 a.m. That same day, Khairul was asked to formally identify the bodies of the attacker and the two fallen officers, Ahmad Azza and Syafiq.
| Person | Role | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Ahmad Azza | Police Officer | Deceased |
| Muhammed Syafiq | Police Officer | Deceased |
| Hasif | Police Officer | Injured (Shoulder/Hip) |
| Radin Luqman | Assailant | Deceased |
Investigation and Legal Aftermath
The identification of the suspect as Radin Luqman triggered a broader investigation into the motive and potential accomplices. This led to the subsequent arrest of five of Luqman’s family members, though the specific nature of their involvement remains subject to ongoing legal processes. The case is being handled within the Malaysian judicial system, where the testimonies of surviving officers are being used to reconstruct the events of the attack.
The emotional weight of the testimony was evident in court. When questioned about the personal impact of the shooting, Khairul became visibly emotional, stating: “I was traumatised and devastated. They were not just colleagues, but also my friends. Now they are gone forever.”
This incident underscores the volatility of security threats at police installations and the extreme pressure placed on first responders during active shooter scenarios. The leverage of a Heckler & Koch MP5 by the police, and the attempt by the assailant to capture it, highlights the stakes involved in the tactical struggle to maintain control of the scene.
For those affected by the trauma of violent conflict or experiencing grief, support services are available through the World Health Organization’s mental health resources and local crisis hotlines.
The legal proceedings will continue as the court examines the evidence and testimonies to determine the full circumstances surrounding the attack on the Johor police post. The next phase of the trial is expected to focus on the evidence gathered from the arrests of the suspect’s family members and the forensic analysis of the weapons used.
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