{
  "id": 18617109,
  "title": "Penang police probe viral video alleging officers took money during roadside check",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/07/penang-police-probe-viral-video-alleging-officers-took-money-during",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-07T02:05:14.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Malay Mail",
    "slug": "malay-mail",
    "url": "https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2026/11/07/penang-police-probe-viral-video-alleging-officers-took-money-during-roadside-check/242284"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "GEORGE TOWN, Nov 7 — Northeast District Police Chief ACP Abdul Rozak Muhammad has revealed that police are conducting a comprehensive investigation into a video circulating on social media, which alleges misconduct by police personnel while performing their duties at Puncak Erskine, Jalan Fettes, in Tanjung Tokong. The video, which has garnered public attention, was first detected and reported to the police on November 6. According to ACP Abdul Rozak, an officer involved in the incident has lodged a report, denying any charges of corruption. Police are now probing the video under Section 500 of the Penal Code, which deals with defamation, and Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998.\n\nIn addition to the defamation charges, the investigation will also examine whether the police officers involved adhered to proper procedures and disciplinary regulations. ACP Abdul Rozak has cautioned the public against sharing the video or making any speculative statements that could potentially influence the course of the investigation. He has urged witnesses, individuals involved, and anyone with relevant information about the incident to come forward and assist the authorities. Those with information are advised to contact the Northeast District Police Headquarters at 04-2181822 or the investigating officer, Insp Zahirrudin Ismail, at 014-3189026.",
  "summary": "GEORGE TOWN, Nov 7 — Police are conducting a thorough investigation into a viral video circulating on social media...",
  "key_points": [
    "Northeast District Police probing viral video of alleged police misconduct.",
    "Video alleges officers took money during roadside checks at Puncak Erskine.",
    "Investigation under defamation and communications laws, urges public to assist."
  ],
  "editors_take": "The investigation into the viral footage highlights the growing tension between social media accountability and the legal protections afforded to law enforcement officers against allegations of misconduct.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}