Investigation into Viral Social Media Video Involving PKR Candidates
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has agreed to assist the Royal Malaysia Police in investigating a viral social media video involving candidates in the PKR division elections in Perak and Perlis.
Key Issues
Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil highlighted two key issues that have emerged from the investigation. The first issue involves a video that went viral, alleging that a candidate had brandished a firearm. The candidate from Perak has denied the allegation and lodged a police report.
MCMC’s Role
MCMC will assist in the investigation as the video was widely circulated across several social media platforms. The Commission will act as a technical analyst to verify certain aspects of the case, beginning with identifying the accounts responsible for spreading the content.
Offensive Facebook Post
The second issue involves a Facebook post allegedly abusing the network to disseminate highly offensive content. The post contained wild allegations against a candidate in Perlis.
Minister’s Remarks
Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil stated that he would discuss the matter with MCMC regarding the case and complaints received. He emphasized that MCMC will verify certain aspects of the case, including identifying the accounts responsible for spreading the content.
Conclusion
The investigation into the viral social media video involving PKR candidates is ongoing, with MCMC assisting the Royal Malaysia Police in identifying the accounts responsible for spreading the content.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is assisting in the investigation into the viral social media video?
A: The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) is assisting the Royal Malaysia Police in the investigation.
Q: What are the key issues that have emerged from the investigation?
A: The key issues are a video that went viral, alleging that a candidate had brandished a firearm, and a Facebook post allegedly abusing the network to disseminate highly offensive content.
Q: What role will MCMC play in the investigation?
A: MCMC will act as a technical analyst to verify certain aspects of the case, beginning with identifying the accounts responsible for spreading the content.
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