Cops to monitor those playing up 3R issues in Sg Bakap polls

Police have formed a special task force to monitor those playing up the sensitive topics of race, religion and royalty (3R) throughout the campaigning period for the Sungai Bakap by-election, which will kick off tomorrow.

Penang police chief Hamzah Ahmad said the task force will take stern action against those touching on the issues during their campaign trail.

“Political parties are reminded not to play up the 3R issues as it can lead to disharmony and unrest among the people throughout the by-election,” he said at a media conference in Nibong Tebal today.

He also advised the parties to apply for permits early for the purpose of holding talks and other campaigning activities.

“Yesterday, the South Seberang Perai district police chief Choong Boo Khim briefed representatives of candidates regarding procedures and safety issues, including permits and areas designated for supporters throughout the nomination process at the Jawi multipurpose hall tomorrow,” he said.

He said 600 police officers will be on duty tomorrow, and 12 teams will be assigned to ensure the by-election proceeds smoothly and safely.

“The public is advised to check MySPR Semak (to check their voter status). Police have also set up special hotlines - the Penang Contingent Control Centre - at 04-2643122 and the SPS Control Centre at 04-5820184,” he added.

The EC has set July 6 as the polling day for the Sungai Bakap by-election. Nomination day will be tomorrow, while early voting will be on July 2.

The by-election was called following the death of the state assemblyman, Nor Zamri Mohd Nor, on May 24 due to stomach inflammation.

- Bernama

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