Malaysian police have recorded a statement from an individual in an investigation into an alleged plot to overthrow the government and undermine national stability

PUTRAJAYA: Police have recorded a statement from an individual to assist in investigations into allegations of a plot to overthrow the government and undermine national stability.

Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail (pic) said the individual voluntarily came forward after a report on the matter was lodged on Feb 26.

He said the statement was lengthy and required time for police to thoroughly examine.

“So far we have only recorded a statement from one individual, but there are three to four more people we plan to call to assist in the investigation,” he told reporters.

Mohd Khalid said the investigation requires a comprehensive and careful approach as it involves national security matters.

He added that police have identified several individuals and are working to obtain their statements.

The investigation will also examine the possibility of foreign involvement, although this will depend on further developments in the probe.

When asked whether the wife of the late Tun Daim Zainuddin, Toh Puan Na’imah Abdul Khalid, would be called, Mohd Khalid said the matter is still under review.

He noted that the probe has so far focused primarily on local individuals.

Mohd Khalid stressed that matters involving national security must be handled carefully to avoid causing unnecessary public concern.

“We want the country to remain on the right track towards a more progressive future,” he said.

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim recently revealed that the alleged attempt involved local elements using the influence of international media and institutions, including prominent Zionist groups.

Anwar said preliminary police investigations found that the movement was based abroad and had substantial financial resources to plan strategies aimed at disputing and destabilising the current government.

 The Sun Malaysia