Penang police probe viral video alleging officers took money during roadside check

George Town, Nov 7 — Northeast District Police Chief ACP Abdul Rozak Muhammad has announced the initiation of a comprehensive investigation into a viral video that has surfaced on social media, alleging misconduct by police officers while performing their duties at Puncak Erskine, Jalan Fettes, in Tanjung Tokong. The video, which garnered public attention, was first detected by the police on yesterday and subsequently led to the filing of a police report by the officer involved.

The officer maintains his innocence, denying any accusations of corruption during the inspection. In response to the incident, police are now probing the events depicted in the video under Section 500 of the Penal Code, which pertains to defamation, and Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998. During this investigation, the police will also assess whether the police personnel involved adhered to the necessary procedures and disciplinary regulations.

ACP Abdul Rozak has urged the public not to share the video or speculate in a manner that might hinder the investigation. Authorities have requested witnesses, individuals involved, and anyone with pertinent information to collaborate with the investigation by reaching out to the Northeast District Police Headquarters at 04-2181822 or contacting the investigating officer, Insp Zahirrudin Ismail, via 014-3189026.

Earlier, multiple videos had circulated on social media, showcasing two officers from a mobile patrol unit halting a car with several individuals and conducting inspections on them. The person filming the video claimed that the officers had solicited money from the group.