Johor Election: Eight Investigation Papers Opened, Security Remains Controlled

Johor police have initiated eight investigation papers concerning various election offenses during the six-day campaign for the 16th Johor State Election, which began on June 27. Johor Police Chief Datuk Ab. Rahaman Arsad reported that five of these cases were opened between June 29 and the previous day.

Of the total, one case is being investigated under Section 435 of the Penal Code for mischief by fire, while two others fall under Section 426 for mischief causing property damage. Additionally, two cases are being investigated under Section 427 of the Penal Code for mischief causing property loss. Despite these incidents, Ab. Rahaman stated that the overall security situation across the state remained peaceful and under control throughout the election period.

The police also processed a cumulative total of 2,037 permit applications for campaign activities from June 27 until the previous day. Out of these, 1,849 applications were approved after meeting the stipulated requirements. Specifically, between June 29 and the previous day, 1,435 permit applications were approved from a total of 1,617 received during that period.

During the same timeframe, 1,155 political activities took place and were closely monitored by the police to ensure orderly proceedings without compromising public safety. Ab. Rahaman affirmed that the police will not compromise and will take firm, fair, and ethical action against any party found to be violating the law.