KUALA LUMPUR, April 4 – Police will take stern action based on the relevant laws against anyone trying to disrupt the democratic process during the upcoming 13th general election as this could threaten peace and order. Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri said all quarters involved in the election campaign must adhere to the Election Offences Act 1954 and related laws.
“Politicians and their supporters are also urged not to raise sensitive issues involving race and religion.
“We will act sternly based on the existing laws to preserve peace in this beloved country,” he said at a press conference, here, today.
Ismail said the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) had the manpower strength of more than 100,000 personnel to ensure smooth running of the general election and were well prepared to deal with any untoward incident. Police gave assurance that security throughout the general election process would be under control as provided for under Section 3 (3) of the Police Act 1967, he said.
On developments in Lahad Datu, Sabah, Ismail said the situation in all affected areas following the intrusion by militants from southern Philippines would continue to be monitored.
“Police and the military are still tracking down those responsible for the attacks to bring them to book.
“The effort will continue until each of them involved is arrested and also to ensure that the situation in (the eastern part of) Sabah will return to normal.”
Ismail said the situation in the affected areas had improved and residents who were placed at the evacuation centres had returned to their homes.
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