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Man arrested for threatening Education Minister

4 Nov 2023, 3:37 PM
Man arrested for threatening Education Minister

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 4 — The police have arrested a local man suspected of making criminal threats against Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek on social media yesterday.

Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department (CID) director Datuk Seri Mohd Shuhaily Mohd Zain said the 28-year-old, suspected to be the account holder or operator of the X account @syahmisufi8, was arrested in Setapak.

He said four police reports were lodged over the issue and urged the public not to make any speculations which could hinder the investigation of the case.

"The police also reminds the public to be vigilant and careful concerning sensitive issues, especially when it comes to public safety when using social media," Shuhaily said in a statement today, adding the suspect has been remanded for three days until Monday (November 6).

— Bernama

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