KUALA LUMPUR: Firm, stern action will be taken against those who fail to adhere to Covid-19 standard operating procedure (SOP) following the extension of the movement control order (MCO), says Tan Sri Abdul Hamid Bador.
The Inspector-General of Police said a total of 2,285 compliance operation teams, who are on duty daily, have been instructed to be more thorough in their patrols.
"The operation teams have also been directed to take firmer actions against SOP violators.
"So far, we have issued thousands of compounds for various offences, including those travelling interstate without permission.
"We are determined to enforce the order strictly," he said when contacted on Tuesday (Feb 2).
The country's top cop said Bukit Aman senior police offcers with the rank of Senior Asst Comm (SAC) and above have been instructed to conduct inspections.
"We have already set up 529 roadblocks nationwide and it is enough to enforce the MCO.
"I hope the public will comply fully with the SOP as this is the only way we can curb the spread of the disease," he said.
The IGP said there would be no more warnings or advice from the police.
"Stricter enforcement is the only way as we are very serious about breaking the chain of infections. This is our main aim," he said.
Senior Minister (Security) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob announced earlier on Tuesday that the MCO has been extended until Feb 18.
He also said stricter SOP would be imposed to curb the spread of Covid-19.
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