IGP: Going out to buy your favourite food during MCO period unacceptable

KUALA LUMPUR (Bernama): Going out for the sake of buying your favourite food during the movement control order (MCO) period is a lame excuse, says Tan Sri Abdul Hamid Bador.

The Inspector-General of Police said as such, stern action can be taken.

He urged the public to remain at home and comply with the MCO as this was imposed by the government in efforts to contain spread of Covid-19.

Bear in mind that anyone could be infected by Covid-19 regardless of their skin colour, race, religion or status, he told Bernama when met at Bukit Aman here on Sunday (April 5).

Abdul Hamid said cooperation from all quarters was crucial to ensure full compliance with the MCO.

"Now is the time for all the people to ‘sacrifice’ by refraining themselves from leaving their home as they could be at risk of contracting the virus...just be patient...once the situation improves, we might see less rigid restrictions,” he said.

On the possibility of MCO extension, Abdul Hamid said it would all depend on public compliance with it.

""The current data shows positive signs that we can contain the spread of the infection,” he said.

Abdul Hamid also said that the police were facing a more challenging task now as they had to deal with an "unseen threat”.

"We are not fighting with a visible enemy...we don't know because (the virus) is everywhere and very dangerous,” he said.

He also expressed his appreciation to healthcare staff for their dedication and contribution in the fight against Covid-19. - Bernama