SEREMBAN: Two men were detained after they were suspected of threatening a group of journalists covering the 15th general election (GE15) campaign of a party candidate at a restaurant here last night.
Negeri Sembilan police chief Ahmad Dzaffir Mohd Yussof said both men, aged between 30 and 40, were picked up in Taman Seremban Selatan after police received a report at 11.50pm.
“Both men, who were believed to be drunk, warned reporters from carrying out the coverage.
“The men also hurled a glass, a liquor bottle and a shoe at one of the journalists.
“The case is being investigated under Section 506 of the Penal Code for making threats,” he said in a statement today.
He said stern action would be taken against those who deliberately disturb public order.