GEORGE TOWN, April 3 – The Northeast District Police (PDRM) has confirmed that a viral video circulating on social media, depicting the arrest of a man by police officers, is related to an incident that occurred on January 1, 2025.
The arrest took place at Lebuh Light during a crime prevention operation on New Year’s Eve, where a 42-year-old local man was detained for assaulting a police officer. The case was investigated under Section 186 of the Penal Code, and on January 3, the suspect was charged under Section 353 and fined RM2,000 by the Magistrate’s Court.
Authorities urge the public to refrain from spreading outdated videos that may cause unnecessary concern.
