SUNGAI BAKAP, July 4 – Penang police have confirmed the arrest of a man in connection with an alleged sexual harassment incident involving a female journalist during the Sungai Bakap by-election campaign last night. Penang Police Chief Datuk Hamzah Ahmad stated that the suspect surrendered at the Seberang Perai Selatan District Police Headquarters today. The man has been remanded for two days for further investigation, with police assuring a detailed and transparent inquiry.
The alleged incident occurred at Dewan Khairat Sungai Kechil while the journalist was covering a program involving Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr. Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. The suspect, claiming to be a political party worker, was apprehended after the incident was witnessed by other media personnel. Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution has also promised a thorough investigation, emphasizing professionalism and adherence to legal procedures.
