Police Record Statements from Three Individuals over Wave of Foreign Flags at Johor Event
Police Crackdown on Illegal Flag-Waving at Taman Sentosa Gathering
Johor police chief M Kumar has announced that police have recorded statements from three individuals over the waving of foreign flags during an international religious gathering at Taman Sentosa, Johor Bahru, on October 20. The event was organized in an enclosed area, but police have launched an investigation into the matter.
Police Investigation Underway
The police chief stated that a police report was made on October 28, and the investigation is being conducted under Section 3(1) of the National Emblems Act 1949, Section 505(b) of the Penal Code, and Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998. The laws pertain to the display of foreign flags, public mischief, and improper use of network facilities or network services.
Organiser’s Lack of Permit
Kumar revealed that the organiser did not apply for a permit from the police as the event was organized in an enclosed area, but permission was obtained from the Johor Bahru City Council. The police were monitoring the event, which was held inside a shopping centre at Taman Sentosa.
International Participation
The event was attended by participants from abroad, and it is unclear why foreign flags were waved during the gathering. The police have contacted the organiser, who is currently in Bangkok, to obtain more information about the incident.
FAQs
Q: Why is the police investigating the waving of foreign flags at the Taman Sentosa event?
A: The police are investigating the waving of foreign flags due to the breach of laws related to the display of foreign flags, public mischief, and improper use of network facilities or network services.
Q: Did the organiser apply for a permit from the police?
A: No, the organiser did not apply for a permit from the police as the event was organized in an enclosed area, but permission was obtained from the Johor Bahru City Council.
Q: Was the flag-waving held on the road or during the parade?
A: No, the flag-waving was held inside the building, which is a shopping centre, at Taman Sentosa.
Q: Who was the organiser currently contacted by the police?
A: The organiser is currently in Bangkok, and the police have contacted them to obtain more information about the incident.