KUALA LUMPUR – Police have confirmed they are investigating the sale of forged Covid-19 digital vaccination certificates.
In a statement today, Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department head Datuk Seri Abd Jalil Hassan said a report was lodged over the matter following an article uploaded by a Facebook user who said the certificates are “already being sold online”.
“An investigation has been opened under Section 22(d) of the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases Act 1988 for providing false information, and Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1988 for unfair use of network facilities or network services.”
He warned the public against being involved in the forgery and sale of such certificates, saying people should report such activities.
Yesterday, The Vibes reported that certain parties may be selling fake certificates, where one’s vaccination status on MySejahtera is changed, for as low as RM200.
The matter was first highlighted by a Twitter user, who shared a message he received from an unknown person purportedly offered the service by a friend.
The tweet prompted calls for the authorities to investigate, with Lembah Pantai MP Fahmi Fadzil saying it is a serious allegation that warrants a closer look.
Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Adham Baba told The Vibes that demand for the certificates increased among anti-vaxxers after the government announced perks for the fully immunised.
He said the ministry needs more information so that sufficient evidence can be forwarded to police.
“There are those not interested in getting a jab, but want the vaccination certificate for its benefits.” – The Vibes, August 11, 2021
