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Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail has urged the public to give the authorities the space to conduct their search for the missing woman who fell in a sinkhole in the capital. – Azim Rahman/Scoop file pic, August 31, 2024
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Cops will act against those found spreading fake news claiming KL’s unsafe: Saifuddin

Minority who do so only create unnecessary panic and must stop immediately, urges home minister

Bernama
Updated
9:00 PM MYT

 

KUALA NERUS – Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail has urged the public to stop spreading false information portraying Kuala Lumpur as unsafe for living or visiting.

He stated that disseminating such unreliable information is a highly irresponsible act.

“It has come to our attention that while the nation is focused on the sinkhole which resulted in a casualty, a small number of irresponsible netizens are spreading fake news.

“It only creates unnecessary panic. I urge this to halt immediately. If those responsible are identified, police will take action under the law for spreading false news that causes fear and unrest in the community,” he said in response to allegations that the capital city is unsafe for visitors.

He was speaking to reporters after the presentation of identification documents during the Menyemai Kasih Rakyat (Mekar) programme at Balai Raya Pulau Redang today.

The spread of this fake news started after a sinkhole incident at Masjid India on August 23, where Indian national tourist G. Vijaya Lakshmi, 48, fell into an 8m-deep hole while walking in the area. Despite persistent efforts to locate her, she has not been found.

“I urge everyone to stop immediately. Give the authorities space to conduct their rescue efforts. The victim’s family is still waiting and hoping, while the authorities have repeatedly assured us that our priority is safety, including in the surrounding areas.

“Let the authorities carry out their duties without interference from unauthorised comments from netizens,” he emphasised.

Earlier, the Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Dr Zaliha Mustafa announced that the search-and-rescue operation for the woman has now transitioned to the search and recovery phase.

Yesterday, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim also assured that Kuala Lumpur remains safe for visitors despite the occurrence of several sinkholes recently. – August 31, 2024

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