INVESTIGATIONS into an alleged plot to undermine Malaysia’s government are intensifying, with the Royal Malaysia Police preparing to summon at least 14 additional individuals as part of a widening probe into claims of sabotage and possible external links.
Inspector-General of Police Mohd Khalid Ismail said today authorities have already recorded statements from 14 individuals, with further testimonies required before conclusions can be drawn and submitted to the Attorney General.
“Yes, I have been informed by the CID (Criminal Investigation Department) that we have recorded 14 statements. There are several more individuals from whom we may take statements.
“From there, we will draw conclusions and submit them to the Attorney General. I understand that about 14 more individuals will have their statements recorded and, God willing, once everything is completed, we will finalise the findings and present them to the AG,” he told reporters at Bukit Aman.
He declined to identify those under scrutiny, emphasising that investigations remain ongoing and comprehensive.
“We have everyone on our list, but I do not want to comment on any individuals. Investigations are still in progress. Let us complete our work and, God willing, once it is done, we will call another press conference,” he said.
The case has drawn heightened attention following earlier remarks by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, who alleged that efforts to destabilise the government involved local actors leveraging media influence and international networks.
Police have since been working to verify these claims, including examining the possibility of foreign involvement.
Separately, Mohd Khalid addressed concerns over the arrest and handling of Zamri Vinoth, rejecting allegations of unequal treatment and maintaining that all enforcement actions are grounded in existing legal provisions.
“The offences for which we have made arrests differ. Some are bailable, some are not, and so on. At the initial stage, when we made four arrests as I mentioned in Putrajaya, it was under Section 505. But there is another case related to the Sedition Act. These actions are therefore based on the law.
“Perhaps the public sees this as something different. But we are enforcing the law in accordance with its provisions,” he said.
He further stressed that procedural differences in handling suspects reflect legal requirements rather than inconsistency.
“We will act according to the requirements of the law itself,” he added.
Questions over enforcement arose after comparisons were drawn between Zamri Vinoth, who appeared in court in handcuffs under heavy police escort, and Arun Dorasamy, who attended proceedings without restraints.
Meanwhile, police are also tracking the whereabouts of Tamim Dahri Abdul Razak, believed to have travelled abroad.
“Legal action has already been initiated in court. When the time comes, we will take action against him,” Mohd Khalid said.
Tamim Dahri is expected to face a charge under Section 295 of the Penal Code in connection with alleged desecration at a temple site in Langkawi, with proceedings now rescheduled to 17 May. - March 19, 2026
