Kota Bharu police chief Rosdi Daud said the men, aged between 22 and 27, were setting off fireworks near the Lotus’s supermarket and on the Sultan Yahya Petra Bridge, causing a commotion and disturbing public peace.

“We received a 999 call regarding the incident. However, no casualties or property damage was reported.

“The detainees were released after their statements were taken. They were issued strong warnings to refrain from such behaviour,” he said in a statement.

Rosdi cautioned that playing with fireworks to disturb the peace or endanger the public is an offence punishable under Section 13 of the Minor Offences Act 1955.

“Individuals who intentionally cause explosions or possess explosive materials with the intent to endanger lives or property can be prosecuted under Section 7 of the Explosives Act 1957 and face up to seven years in prison, a fine of RM10,000, or both, upon conviction,” he said.