IGP regrets racial slurs, vows to probe reports
Inspector-general of police Khalid Abu Bakar has expressed regret over the racial slurs and provocative banners during the red shirt rally yesterday.
He also criticised protesters who pelted his personnel with bottles and refused to heed orders to disperse at Petaling Street.
"I warned them before the rally that they should not cross the line by making racial insults or carry banners that disparage other races and undermine peace.
"Unfortunately, some of them chose not to heed the warning. But as I always say, ' berani buat, berani tanggung ' (be prepared to face the consequences of your actions) .
"So don't kick up a fuss when we investigate," he told Malaysiakini .
The police chief was responding to the slew of police reports filed in connection with the rally, dubbed 'Himpunan Rakyat Bersatu'.
"At the moment, we are sorting out the reports.
"It will be the same situation as Bersih 4. Those that have criminal elements that warrant an investigation will be investigated," he said.
Khalid said he would also summon the organiser - National Silat Federation (Pesaka) - for questioning in relation to the reports and the chaos at Petaling Street, also known as Chinatown among tourists.
The organiser, as well as Sungai Besar Umno division leader Jamal Md Yunos, had distanced themselves from the incident, with the latter blaming it on the opposition.
Commenting on this, Khalid said the police would have a clearer picture after questioning the relevant parties.
"But I will not tolerate anyone inflicting harm on my personnel. Action will be taken, no matter who the culprits are," he stressed.
The police chief also commended his personnel for maintaining order during the rally.
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