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Man held over impersonating Selangor Raja Muda's bodyguard
Police have recorded 19 reports nationwide against a suspect who allegedly impersonated the personal bodyguard of Selangor's Raja Muda. The individual is believed to have used the false identity for various purposes across multiple states.
LSN Malaysia ·
SHAH ALAM — Police have launched an investigation into a man suspected of impersonating the personal bodyguard to the Raja Muda of Selangor, with authorities receiving 19 complaints from across the country regarding the individual's activities.
The suspect's alleged impersonation scheme appears to have spanned multiple states, with complainants coming forward to report various incidents involving the false claim to represent the royal household. Authorities did not immediately disclose the specific nature of the complaints or the methods employed by the suspect.
Investigators are examining the circumstances surrounding each report to determine the full extent of the impersonation and whether other offences were committed in relation to the false identity. The case falls under provisions covering impersonation and misrepresentation, which carry serious legal consequences.
Police have urged members of the public with additional information about the suspect or related incidents to come forward and lodge reports at their nearest police station. Authorities have advised the public to exercise caution when encountering individuals claiming to represent members of the royal family or their personal staff.