Cops: MPV with flashing siren used by a ministry


KUALA LUMPUR: A multipurpose vehicle (MPV) that was seen flashing a siren on the highway is attached to a ministry, police say.

Kuala Lumpur Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department chief Asst Comm Mohd Zamzuri Mohd Isa said when contacted on Friday (Feb 6) that the vehicle has been traced.

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"We have identified the vehicle and owner, and will call up the driver in the near future.

"The vehicle is used for official duties by a ministry, and the use of the beacon and siren were approved by the Road Transport Department director-general," he said.

A 1min video clip circulating since Wednesday (Feb 4) shows a white MPV with a siren and warning lights, resembling those used by police, navigating traffic.

The driver's actions have drawn criticism and questions from netizens.

 

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