KUALA LUMPUR, February 27 — The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) has launched an investigation into allegations of a plot to topple the government and sabotage national stability, reportedly involving a prominent local figure and an international media agency.
Inspector-General of Police Mohd Khalid Ismail confirmed that a police report was received on Thursday and that investigations are underway. The case is being handled by the Classified Criminal Investigation Unit (D5) under Section 124B of the Penal Code.
Which covers activities detrimental to parliamentary democracy and carries a penalty of up to 20 years’ imprisonment upon conviction. Mohd Khalid urged the public to refrain from speculation while investigations are ongoing,
Stressing the importance of respecting the principles of criminal justice as authorities complete their probe.
