Domestic violence cases rose 3.9% to 7,391 in 2025 from 7,116 in 2024, with 5,862 cases reported in the first nine months of this year.

KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 5,862 domestic violence cases were reported nationwide between January and September this year, said Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri.

Nancy said domestic violence encompassed not only physical abuse but also emotional and psychological abuse, sexual violence, threats, confinement, financial control and harassment through digital platforms.

She said 7,391 cases were recorded in 2025, an increase of 3.9% from the 7,116 cases reported in 2024.