PETALING JAYA: Police have already received 12 police reports against PAS president Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang’s claim in a speech that he was offered cooperation by the United States (US) to topple the Barisan Nasional government in 2014.
The Marang Member of Parliament is expected to have his statement recorded soon to complete police investigations into the allegations that he made during his winding-up speech at the 72nd PAS muktamar on Saturday (Sept 5).
Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department (CID) director Comm Datuk M. Kumar said police had also recorded statements from 12 witnesses so far besides receiving the 12 police reports in connection with the matter.
He said the investigation was being conducted under Section 505(b) of the Penal Code and Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998.
Section 505(b) of the Penal Code covers offences relating to statements that could cause public alarm and carries a maximum jail term of two years, a fine, or both upon conviction.
Meanwhile, Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 covers the improper use of network facilities or network services and carries a fine of up to RM500,000, imprisonment for up to two years, or both upon conviction.
Police also advised the public against making any speculation that could interfere with the investigation.
"The public is also urged to use social media platforms responsibly and refrain from making statements that could threaten public order and safety," he said.
