The allegation that a police officer had sought to purchase a "promotion" is just another indication that the nation is heading south, according to Rafidah Aziz.

“Things are getting worse with almost daily reports of bribery and corruption at any level and in any sphere.

“Clearly, these are no longer aberrations in society but have become ingrained into many areas of our culture and societal norms,” she told Malaysiakini this afternoon.