Melaka polls: Bersama candidate claims party flags vandalised, one set ablaze
MELAKA: A Parti Bersama Malaysia (Bersama) candidate in Paya Rumput has claimed that his party's flags were vandalised, with one set on fire.
In Paya Rumput, Melaka, a Parti Bersama Malaysia (Bersama) candidate alleged that his party's flags were vandalized, with one flag burning. Abdul Rashid Abu Bakar mentioned that the campaign workers discovered the damage between 4 am and 7 am the previous day. Upon inspection near the Jalan Bukit Rambai bridge, several flagpoles were found broken and a flag was confirmed to be burnt.
In response to the incident, the Bersama party called for a thorough police investigation, including reviewing CCTV footage from the vicinity. Rashid urged strict measures against the party or individual responsible to deter any future acts of vandalism. He urged all political parties contesting the Melaka state election to conduct their campaigns responsibly, respect the law, and maintain public safety and order.
Sabotage and excessive provocation have no place in a democratic process and should be avoided. Rashid emphasized that campaigns should be peaceful and conducted with integrity. The Melaka police, upon request, stated they would release a statement regarding the incident.
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