Police to Record Khairy’s Statement Over Najib’s Purported House Arrest Document
Investigation Underway
The Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) has announced that it will record the statement of former Rembau Member of Parliament Khairy Jamaluddin today, following his claim about the existence of an additional document regarding former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak’s purported house arrest.
Inspector-General of Police’s Statement
Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Razarudin Husain stated that Khairy’s statement will be recorded by a team from the Bukit Aman Classified Crime Investigation Unit in Damansara, Selangor. The case is being investigated under Section 500 of the Penal Code and Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998.
Two Police Reports Lodged
Two police reports were lodged against Khairy last Friday over his remarks on the document regarding Najib’s purported house arrest. The reports were filed by Datuk Suraya Yaacob, the political secretary to the Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said and Nor Azrina Surip, the political secretary to the Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Dr Zaliha Mustafa.
Reports Lodged Separately
The reports were lodged separately in Putrajaya and Sentul. In the reports, Suraya and Nor Azrina stated that Khairy’s remarks linking the two ministers were false, defamatory, and misleading, causing unease and panic among the public to the extent that it could threaten the country’s peace.
Accusations Made
Suraya said that through an article in Malaysiakini, the former Minister of Youth and Sports had accused Azalina of conspiring to hide the additional document.
Conclusion
The investigation into Khairy’s remarks is a significant development in a highly controversial issue. The police’s decision to record his statement is a crucial step in determining the veracity of his claims. As the investigation unfolds, it remains to be seen what evidence will be uncovered and what consequences will be meted out to those involved.
FAQs
- What is the purpose of the investigation?
The investigation is to determine the veracity of Khairy’s claims regarding the existence of an additional document regarding Najib’s purported house arrest. - Who lodged the police reports?
Datuk Suraya Yaacob and Nor Azrina Surip, the political secretaries to the Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform) and (Federal Territories) respectively, lodged the police reports. - What are the sections of the law being used in the investigation?
The investigation is being conducted under Section 500 of the Penal Code and Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998. - Where will Khairy’s statement be recorded?
Khairy’s statement will be recorded by a team from the Bukit Aman Classified Crime Investigation Unit in Damansara, Selangor.