Prime Minister Dato' Seri Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed that the case involving the alleged assault of a disabled e-hailing driver by a police escort is far from closed. In a recent statement, Anwar stressed the need for patience as investigations proceed, calling on the public to avoid speculation while the authorities do their work.
The incident, which took place in May this year, sparked public outcry and demands for justice after Ong Ing Keong, a deaf and mute driver, was reportedly assaulted by a police escort linked to the Johor Regent, Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim. The case attracted nationwide attention, with many questioning the delay in legal proceedings. Ong had submitted a memorandum to the Prime Minister earlier this month, expressing his frustration over the lack of progress.
Anwar, however, assured the public that the matter was being closely monitored. "Who said the case is closed? The investigation process takes time," he explained. "We cannot rush to conclusions before the investigation is complete, and the Attorney-General (AG) is satisfied with the evidence."
He also emphasized that any decision to prosecute would be based on facts and would be determined by the AG, not prematurely influenced by public opinion or media pressure. "We should not judge a case before it's closed, and that's not reasonably fair to anyone involved," Anwar remarked.
Following the incident, Tunku Ismail called for a thorough investigation, urging the police to handle the matter transparently and without bias. The Prime Minister echoed these sentiments, reiterating that the authorities must be given the space and time to complete their work.
Government Tightens Overseas Trip Spending
In a separate announcement, Anwar disclosed that the Cabinet recently canceled a work trip to Berlin, Germany, planned by a government agency. The trip, involving 68 civil servants, was deemed an excessive expenditure, prompting the decision.
Anwar emphasized that all government-related overseas trips must first receive approval from the respective ministry's secretary-general or director-general before being authorized by the minister responsible. He pointed out that public funds should be used judiciously, and such trips must be scrutinized to avoid wasteful spending.
"We have a duty to minimize costs, especially if the participation is redundant," Anwar stated, underscoring his administration’s commitment to financial accountability.
These steps reflect the Prime Minister’s focus on fiscal responsibility and maintaining public trust, while also addressing high-profile legal matters like Ong’s case, with transparency and due process.
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