Police probe FB account over alleged sedition, insults against royal institution

The police in Kemaman, Malaysia, are investigating the owner of a Facebook account, Ahmad Mu min, over a post that allegedly contains elements of sedition and insults the royal institution, Malaysian government, and police. The investigation was launched after a report was made by a 29-year-old man. The post in question alleges that police officers kicked a motorcyclist during a joint operation at Pantai Penunjuk, Kijal, near Kemaman.

However, the police claim this allegation is baseless and supported by a viral recording that shows otherwise. The police further stated that the post was malicious and urged the public to verify the content of any post that has the potential to incite hatred against the police. The operation was carried out following complaints about illegal racing activities disturbing public order.

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