Kuala lumpur: A Malaysian female police officer is under disciplinary investigation after being caught on video covering her nose in apparent disgust at the body odor of a Chinese national. The incident has sparked outrage and prompted a formal inquiry by the Malaysian Royal Police.

According to Thai News Agency, the controversy erupted when a video featuring the officer, identified as Malaysian influencer Nur Asyiqin Mohd Dalil, also known as @ekyn.wong, went viral on TikTok. The video, posted on June 15th, showed her and her friends in China making derogatory remarks about local body odor and hygiene while covering their noses, which many perceived as disrespectful behavior towards locals.

The video quickly drew heavy criticism from netizens in both China and Malaysia, compelling the officer to delete the clip and release an apology video on June 21st. In her apology, she acknowledged her actions were excessive and accepted full responsibility for the incident.

In response to the backlash, the Malaysian Inspector General of Police announced a comprehensive disciplinary investigation into the officer's conduct. He emphasized that any illegal actions discovered beyond police discipline would result in decisive legal action. Furthermore, he reminded all officers to uphold regulations and maintain the organization's image, whether in uniform or not, and regardless of their location.

As the investigation proceeds, the officer continues to perform her duties, with the authorities ensuring that the inquiry is thorough and impartial. The outcome of the investigation remains to be seen, but it underscores the importance of maintaining professionalism and cultural sensitivity, especially when representing one's country abroad.