When tensions rise, even a typical workday can erupt into chaos.
A recent incident at a factory in Pokok Sena, Kedah has drawn public attention, raising questions about what really happened, as the video has gone viral online.
Is it true that a riot occurred at this factory due to salary disputes?
Verdict:
TRUE
Police are identifying suspects in a riot involving workers at an industrial factory in Jabi, Pokok Sena, on Tuesday (March 11).
Kota Setar Police Chief, ACP Siti Nor Salawati Saad, said investigations are underway following a report and a one-minute-and-11-second TikTok video that went viral, showing a group of individuals believed to be factory workers rioting.
Initial investigations revealed that the incident occurred at approximately 12.05pm, following a dispute between Nepalese and Bangladeshi workers and two factory supervisors.
"The dispute is believed to have stemmed from workers' dissatisfaction over delayed salary payments, which led to the altercation that resulted in three individuals sustaining minor injuries," she said in a statement on Wednesday (March 12).
The case is being investigated under Section 147 of the Penal Code for rioting.
"At present, the situation seems to be under control, and it is learnt that the company has resolved the issue of the workers' salary payments," she added.
