Scuffle between DBKL Enforcement Officers and Balloon Hawker in Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman
Background
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – A recent scuffle between Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) enforcement officers and a balloon hawker in Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman (TAR) has gone viral, prompting three police reports to be made regarding the incident.
Police Investigation
According to Kuala Lumpur deputy police chief Datuk Azry Akmar Ayob, the first police report was made by a DBKL enforcement officer yesterday, and an investigation paper was opened under Section 186 of the Penal Code for obstructing the duties of a public servant. This case is being investigated under Section 505 (b) of the Penal Code/Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998.
Second Report
The second report, also made by another DBKL enforcement officer on the same day, was for distributing a photo of the complainant in the first report uploaded on the Facebook application along with threats.
Third Report
The third report was made by the balloon vendor’s mother, who stated that her son had suffered injuries as a result of the struggle that occurred and his party had opened an investigation paper under Section 325 of the Penal Code.
Investigation Update
Datuk Azry Akmar Ayob advised the public not to make any speculation that could interfere with the investigation and suggested that those with any information should channel it by contacting the Kuala Lumpur Police Hotline at 03-2115 9999 or any nearby police station.
DBKL’s Statement
DBKL in an earlier statement said the incident occurred after the hawker refused to cooperate in complying with enforcement orders and was accused of acting aggressively towards officers on duty.
Conclusion
The scuffle between DBKL enforcement officers and a balloon hawker in Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman has sparked concerns and raised questions about the issue of hawking licenses and the role of DBKL enforcement officers in ensuring public safety and order.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the nature of the scuffle between DBKL enforcement officers and a balloon hawker?
A: The scuffle allegedly occurred after the hawker refused to cooperate in complying with enforcement orders and was accused of acting aggressively towards officers on duty.
Q: How many police reports have been made regarding the incident?
A: Three police reports have been made, including one by a DBKL enforcement officer, another by another DBKL enforcement officer, and one by the balloon vendor’s mother.
Q: What are the charges being investigated?
A: The case is being investigated under Section 186, 505 (b), and 325 of the Penal Code, as well as Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998.
Q: How can the public help with the investigation?
A: The public can help with the investigation by contacting the Kuala Lumpur Police Hotline at 03-2115 9999 or any nearby police station if they have any information.