TAPAH: A total of 1,114 police officers and personnel from Perak will be deployed throughout the Ayer Kuning state by-election, which begins with the nomination process on Saturday (April 12).
Perak police chief Datuk Noor Hisam Nordin said 778 officers would be on duty during the nomination process, 732 throughout the campaign period and the full contingent of 1,114 will be mobilised on polling day (April 26).
"We hope that the steps taken and the countermeasures identified will help minimise any unwanted incidents," he said at a press conference on the Perak police's preparations for the by-election here on Friday (April 11).
He also reminded prospective candidates and political parties to be mindful of the Election Offences Act 1954 and all election-related laws.
"I would also like to advise everyone – whether contesting parties, their supporters, or members of the public – to always comply with the existing rules and regulations," he said.
He added that police will implement road diversions and closures from 7am to 12.30pm on Friday to facilitate the nomination process. Affected areas include the main junction to Dewan Merdeka, Jalan Stesen and the Jalan Raja junction.
The Ayer Kuning state by-election was triggered by the death of incumbent Ishsam Shahruddin, 58, on Feb 25.
The Election Commission (EC) has set April 26 as polling day, with early voting scheduled for April 22. – Bernama
