Wednesday, 12 November 2025

Upset DBKU to lodge police report against three disrespectful individuals

KUCHING, Nov 12 2025: Kuching North City Hall (DBKU) is pissed off with three individuals with  their “disrespectful” and “indecent” behaviours of climbing street sign structures and lamp posts.

Their behaviours were video-recorded with handphone camera and posted on TikTok and has caught the attention of the city hall.

“A police report will be filed against the individuals for further investigation under the law relating to public order,” said a statement issued by the city hall.

It said it such behaviour is considered a serious violation of public decency and morality and will not be compromised.

The statement said such actions were serious as they not only endanger personal safety, but can also damage public property and tarnish the image of Kuching City.

“Therefore, DBKU would like to remind the public that the act of pasting any material such as stickers, posters and so on on street signs without permission is an offence under By-law 22(1)(b), Local Authorities (Cleanliness) By-laws, 1999.

“Anyone found guilty of this offence may be charged under the By-Law 22(2) and if convicted, may be fined RM1,500 and an additional fine of RM3,000.00 for subsequent offences or imprisonment for nine months for each subsequent offence,” the statement warned.

The statement said DBKU advises the public to always maintain good behaviour and respect public facilities for the sake of common well-being.

“The cooperation of all parties is highly expected in ensuring that Kuching City remains prosperous, clean, safe and habitable,” the statement said.

 

 

 

 

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