DEPUTY Federal Territories Minister Jalaluddin Alias has asked the authorities to expedite investigations into a rioting incident outside a Chinese temple yesterday, so that follow up action can be taken to resolve the problem harmoniously.

In a statement today, he said although things had calmed down, he viewed the matter seriously as it involved a misunderstanding between temple worshipers and the authorities.

“What’s more, there were attempts by some to manipulate and exploit the matter on social media, which runs the risk of causing confusion, concern and threatens public order.

“Therefore, I urge the relevant authorities to expedite investigations so that the cause of the incident can be identified as soon as possible, and follow up action can be taken in a harmonious manner,” he said in a statement.

Jalaluddin also asked netizens to stop feuding over the matter, which could affect the country’s harmony.

A video lasting two minutes and nine seconds was widely circulated on social media after being uploaded on Facebook claiming that the Kuala Lumpur Land and Mines Office acted to demolish a temple located in the Salak South area.

Cheras district police chief ACP Muhammad Idzam Jaafar explained yesterday that the incident happened after several individuals stopped construction work on a hoarding barrier between 11.45am and 4pm. – Bernama, September 29, 2021.