Police probe Facebook account owner over alleged seditious, insulting post against royals, govt

The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) is investigating the owner of a Facebook account named 'Ahmad Mu'min' for allegedly posting content that may constitute sedition and insult against the royal institution, the Malaysian government, and the PDRM. The investigation, conducted under Section 4(1) of the Sedition Act 1948 and Section 233 of the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Act 1998, was initiated following a report from a 29-year-old man.

The post in question alleges that the police kicked a motorcyclist during a joint operation at Pantai Penunjuk, Kijal, near Chukai, on August 14. The police claim that this allegation is baseless and contradicted by a viral recording. They urge the public to verify the content of posts that may incite hatred against the police. The operation was prompted by public complaints regarding illegal racing activities that disrupt public order.

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