Singaporean officer 'Abang Polis' touched by fame for kind interaction with Malaysian anglers

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Singaporean police officer Station Inspector Mohd Ramdzan Yahya gained viral fame for his kind and professional handling of two Malaysian anglers who drifted into Singaporean waters. The interaction, which involved light-hearted banter and routine checks, was recorded and posted on TikTok, earning him the affectionate nickname "Abang Polis" from netizens in both countries. Ramdzan, a 23-year veteran, sees the nickname as a humbling sign of trust and emphasizes his commitment to border security with courtesy and humanity.


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