KUALA LUMPUR - A 34-year-old man has been detained for threatening Malaysia’s Prime Minister via social media.

Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain said the man was detained on Nov 28 for allegedly uploading a video on TikTok offering a RM5 million (S$1.4 million) reward for the assassination of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and his Cabinet.

“He was detained in Jalan Padang Tembak, Kota Baru.

“He has been remanded until Dec 1, and we are investigating under Section 507 of the Penal Code and Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998,” Tan Sri Razarudin said.

Meanwhile, police also arrested a 37-year-old man for insulting the Malaysian King on social media.

Mr Razarudin said the suspect was detained in Kota Baru, Kelantan, for allegedly uploading a commentary with the potential to incite anger and insult any ruler.

“He has been remanded until Nov 30. We are investigating under Section 4(1) of the Sedition Act 1948 and Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998,” he said in a statement on Nov 28.

Both cases are being investigated by Bukit Aman criminal investigation department’s special investigation unit, Mr Razarudin said.

“We advise the public not to speculate on the ongoing cases as it could jeopardise the investigation,” he added. “We also remind the people to be aware and mindful of sensitive issues on social media, especially issues that could disrupt public order and safety.” THE STAR/ASIA NEWS NETWORK