King Sing, who is also the Minister of Tourism, Arts, and Culture, said that if strict action is not taken now, these groups might feel they can control the law and threaten public safety.
“This is the final warning! I do not want to see violent incidents happening again, and I advise those involved in gangster activities to leave before it is too late.
“If you continue breaking the law and causing trouble, you will have to face the consequences,” he said in a post on his Facebook page today.
He made the post following a viral video on social media that showed a brutal attack carried out by gang members using scissors.
According to him, the incident was shocking and raised concerns among the public, with some fearing that Bintulu is now being controlled by criminal groups.
King Sing said he had been informed that the suspects involved in the incident had already surrendered to the police.
“I urge Bintulu District Police Chief Superintendent Nixon Joshua Ali and his team to take firm action according to the law.
“There must be no leniency in serious crimes like this, and we must eradicate gang violence because this incident is far too severe to be ignored,” he said, adding that he had received videos from individuals concerned that Bintulu was no longer safe.
King Sing also denied accusations that he was involved with the gangster group, stressing that he would not tolerate those involved in violent crimes.
“Some people have linked me to this in the past, falsely accusing me of having ties to gangsters.
“Let me make this clear. I fully support the law and will never tolerate violence or crime, nor will I protect lawbreakers.
“No matter who I meet, my advice is always the same—obey the law and choose the right path,” he said.