THE investigation papers on allegations by a Chinese tourist that she has been extorted by policemen at the Dato Onn roundabout in Kuala Lumpur recently were sent to the Attorney-General’s Chambers yesterday for further action.

Kuala Lumpur acting police chief Yahaya Othman said so far seven people have had their statements taken to facilitate investigations.

“The case is being investigated under section 385 of the penal code for extortion and we are now waiting for further instructions,” he told a press conference after launching the Courteous Driving and Safe Home campaign at the Kuala Lumpur police contingent headquarters today.

Yahaya said police have yet to take the statement of the Chinese female tourist as she is reported to have returned to her country.

Recently, a woman, said to be a tourist from China, uploaded a video on TikTok claiming that she had to pay RM200 to policemen after leaving behind her passport in her hotel room. – Bernama, April 11, 2023.