Inspector-General of Police Khalid Ismail said the investigation will focus on the disclosure and circulation of classified information, both internally and via social media.

“The police will call in all relevant witnesses to assist with the investigation,” he said in a statement.

He advised the public not to disclose any documents or information classified as confidential, and stressed that strict action will be taken against any party found to be involved.

The case is being probed under Section 8 of the Official Secrets Act 1972, which relates to the offence of wrongful communication, retention, receipt and possession of official secrets.

It is punishable with imprisonment for a term not less than one year but not exceeding seven years.

It is also being investigated under Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 and Section 203A of the Penal Code.

Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act relates to the improper use of network facilities or services and provides for a fine of up to RM500,000, up to two years in prison, or both.

Section 203A of the Penal Code relates to the illegal disclosure of confidential information and is punishable with a fine of up to RM1 million or imprisonment of up to a year.

The case is being handled by the classified crime investigation unit (USJT) at Bukit Aman.