Malaysian authorities recorded a statement from a Facebook user over an offensive post against a child, seized their phone, and started an investigation under Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998.
Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) and police recorded a statement from a Facebook user over an offensive post against a child. The user, believed to be the owner of 'Adeline Chang', allegedly posted a child's photo with an offensive caption. MCMC seized the suspect's mobile phone and SIM card, and warned the public on sharing content involving children. The investigation is under Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998, which carries up to RM50,000 fine, imprisonment, or both.
June 23, 2024
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