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MCMC seizes phone, SIM card in probe into suspected insult against Negeri royals

The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission seizes a mobile phone and SIM card after questioning the individual believed to operate the “Che GuBard” Facebook account

Updated 5 hours ago · Published on 21 Oct 2026 3:27PM

MCMC seizes phone, SIM card in probe into suspected insult against Negeri royals
The seizure is allegedly over content suspected of insulting the Negri Sembilan royal institution - October 21, 2026

THE Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has seized a mobile phone and SIM card as part of an investigation into Facebook content suspected of insulting the Negeri Sembilan royal institution.

In a statement today, MCMC said the individual believed to be operating the “Che GuBard” account had presented himself at the Cyberjaya police station today to assist in the investigation.

The content in question allegedly involved Yang di-Pertuan Besar Negeri Sembilan Tuanku Muhriz Ibni Almarhum Tuanku Munawir and members of the state royal family.

MCMC said a statement had been recorded to facilitate investigations under Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 (Act 588).

The commission stressed that freedom of expression must be exercised responsibly and in accordance with Malaysian law.

It said further action would depend on the findings of the investigation and the applicable legal process. - October 21, 2026

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