Inspector-General of Police Musa Hassan today asked the mass media, particularly the alternative media, not to twist police statements on the death of a youth recently.

He said speculation by twisting police statements would only worsen the situation and make investigation difficult.

"Don't make the situation worse as the public can become confused. Don't speculate as it can create controversy and hamper investigation," he told Bernama when contacted tonight.

Musa was commenting a report on Malaysiakini portal which had misinterpreted his statement that he was prepared to remove his men from the streets if it was what the people wanted.

His remark that should police stop enforcing the law and allow criminals to commit crimes was based on his reply to a question from a reporter.

"Let the politicians say what they want but I want to know whether you want us to enforce the law or not?

"If not, I will ask my men not to stop dangerous drivers or act against illegal racers," he reiterated a statement made this morning.

He reminded media practitioners not to twist statements made by police.

"I am sad by what happened to the victim and his family. I am sadder that my statement had been twisted to give another meaning," he added.

- Bernama