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KUALA LUMPUR: Former Umno Supreme Council Member Datuk Lokman Noor Adam has been detained for one day in connection with a video that allegedly insulted the Prime Minister.
Bukit Aman CID Director Comm Datuk Huzir Mohamed said that Lokman was detained by the CID’s Special Investigation Unit around 11 pm on Sunday (November 1) after a report was filed against him.
“We began an investigation into a video posted on his Facebook page on Sunday.
“The video allegedly had elements of criminal intimidation and profanity was used against the prime minister’s leadership,” he said in a statement on Monday (November 2).
The investigation is classified under Section 506 of the Penal Code for criminal intimidation and Section 233 of the Communication and Multimedia Law for improper use of network facilities, he added.
“We are also investigating under Section 14 of the Misdemeanors Act of 1955 for using foul language.
We confiscated an electronic device used by the suspect to upload the viral video, “he said.
Comm Huzir said the investigation is being conducted fairly and professionally without being pressured by either party.
“We urge all parties to give us space and time to complete the investigation. Stern measures will be taken against those who endanger public order and security,” he said.
Lokman was reportedly detained while conducting a Facebook live session at a restaurant near the Putra World Trade Center on Sunday.
Lokman even requested that a lawyer come to Bukit Aman as he has been arrested.
“I hope a lawyer can come to Bukit Aman and meet Investigative Officer Insp Nasir. I am detained under Section 506,” he posted on his Facebook page.
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