Kuala lumpur: Four individuals are set to be charged tomorrow for making statements that incited provocative debates on religious and racial issues, announced Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail. The charges will be filed in separate courts across various locations.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the cases involve GARAH rally coordinator Zamri Vinoth at the Kuala Lumpur Magistrate's Court, Tamim Dahri at the Langkawi Magistrate's Court in Kedah, P. Mahendra Bhoopaty at the Seremban Magistrate's Court in Negeri Sembilan, and activist D. Arumugam, also known as Arun Dorasamy, at the Jawi Magistrate's Court in Penang. Inspector-General Mohd Khalid Ismail confirmed that investigations into the four individuals have been concluded, with the corresponding investigation papers referred to the Attorney-General's Chambers and the State Public Prosecutor.

Zamri Vinoth's charges stem from statements regarding a gathering at the Sogo Complex in Kuala Lumpur on February 7. He will be charged under Section 505(b) of the Penal Code for statements that could cause public mischief, fear, or alarm. Tamim Dahri faces charges under Section 295 of the Penal Code for allegedly damaging the 'soolam', a sacred Hindu symbol at the old Sri Maha Muniswarar Temple site in Langkawi, Kedah.

Mahendra Bhoopathy and Arun Dorasamy face similar charges under Section 505(b) of the Penal Code. Bhoopathy's investigation involves a post accusing Masjid Jamek Datuk Bandar Haji Ahmad Rasah in Seremban of being an illegal mosque, while Dorasamy's investigation relates to urging the Persatuan Hindu Agama Ani Malaysia to stage protests if no action is taken against Zamri Vinoth.

Inspector-General Mohd Khalid Ismail mentioned that intelligence suggests Tamim has left the country and is currently in Thailand. However, his exact location remains uncertain. Regarding Zamri Vinoth, authorities have preliminary information indicating he remains within Malaysia, and he has been cooperative with the investigation.

Mohd Khalid reiterated the police's stance on not compromising with any parties involved in activities threatening public order and safety.