The nation's security is not rattled by rumours of another intrusion by Kiram terrorists and security forces are up for the challenge.

Home Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said security forces did not take the rumours lightly and have tightened control of security in Sabah.

"Although I doubt that the letter saying that terrorists will come to unleash violence in Sabah is real, we still investigate its origin.

"The people of Sabah need not worry and do not listen to rumours. Security forces are Zahid he told reporters after visiting Insp Farid Hasni Mamat, 33, who lost his right leg to an accident in Kuala Besut at Universiti Sains Malaysia Hospital in Kubang Kerian, Kota Bahru, today.

Zahid said security cooperation with the Philippines remained close to ensure that the movement into Sabah was closely monitored.

On the condition of Farid Hasni, he said the traffic officer was stable and still receiving treatment at the hospital.

"I have checked and found that he will receive insurance payment while the prosthetic leg will be handled by PDRM (the police)," he added.

 

- Bernama