{
  "id": 14432633,
  "title": "Police arrest 29 men over alleged spread of banned groups’ propaganda on social media",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/14/police-arrest-29-men-over-alleged-spread-of-banned-groups-propaganda",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-14T11:03:29.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Malay Mail",
    "slug": "malay-mail",
    "url": "https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2026/10/14/police-arrest-29-men-over-alleged-spread-of-banned-groups-propaganda-on-social-media/239124"
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  "account": "KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 — Authorities have apprehended 29 individuals, comprising 28 Malaysians and one foreigner, on suspicion of disseminating propaganda linked to unauthorized groups through social media platforms. Bukit Aman's Criminal Investigation Department (CID) director, Datuk M. Kumar, disclosed that the suspects ranged in age from 18 to 49 years old and were apprehended as part of Operations Mega TikTok 2026, conducted between October 10 and 12. Kumar emphasized that this operation, which entailed 11 police units across various states, was conducted in conjunction with the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) to investigate illegal associations. \"In total, 28 Malaysians and a foreigner were arrested during the operation,\" Kumar stated in a recent press release. The suspects have been placed under arrest under Section 117 of the Criminal Procedure Code to determine their involvement within the group and potential engagement in other illicit activities. The investigation is currently underway under Sections 47 and 43 of the Societies Act 1966, pertaining to possession of propaganda materials and membership in unlawful organizations, as well as Section 6(1)(c) of the Immigration Act 1959/63 concerning the foreign suspect. Furthermore, Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 is being applied for the improper utilization of network facilities or services. The police have cautioned that they will impose stern and unwavering actions against individuals who deliberately disseminate video recordings that could induce public apprehension. Additionally, Kumar urged the public to report any suspected organized criminal activities to the police through official channels or the nearest police station.",
  "summary": "KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 — Police have arrested 29 men, including a foreigner, on suspicion of promoting and spreading...",
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      {
        "outlet": "Malay Mail",
        "title": "Police arrest 29 men over alleged spread of banned groups’ propaganda on social media",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/14/police-arrest-29-men-over-alleged-spread-of-banned-groups-propaganda-14434838",
        "published": "2026-10-14T11:03:29.000Z"
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