Petaling Jaya, El Sky News — Malaysian authorities have enlisted the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) to help trace the social media account believed to be behind a death threat targeting the lawyer representing the families of three men shot dead by police in Melaka.
Background of the Case
The incident stems from the controversial police shooting on November 24, 2025, in Durian Tunggal, Melaka, where three men aged between 24 and 29 were killed. Police claimed one of the men charged at officers with a machete, prompting defensive action. However, the families of the victims rejected this version, insisting that the shooting was unjustified and demanding an independent investigation. Their lawyer has been actively assisting them in seeking transparency and accountability over the incident.
On December 5, 2025, the lawyer lodged a police report after receiving a death threat via social media, believed to be linked to his involvement in the case.
Police Action & MCMC Involvement
Following the report, Petaling Jaya police confirmed that they have requested technical assistance from MCMC to identify the owner of the threatening account. Authorities said the investigation is ongoing, and they are awaiting digital tracing results from MCMC. Statements have been recorded from the lawyer as part of the probe.
According to Assistant Commissioner Shamsudin Mamat, the case is being investigated under laws related to criminal intimidation and misuse of communication services, as online threats are treated as serious offences under Malaysian law.
Public Concerns & Calls for Transparency
The death threat has amplified public pressure on the authorities to investigate both the intimidation and the Melaka shooting itself with full transparency. Civil society groups and the victims’ families have renewed their calls for an independent review, citing conflicting accounts between the police version and the evidence presented by relatives.
Observers note that the involvement of MCMC marks a significant step in ensuring accountability, as digital threats against legal practitioners raise concerns about the safety of those advocating for justice.
Latest Status
- The lawyer filed the police report on December 5, 2025.
- MCMC has been officially tasked with tracing the origin of the threatening social media account.
- As of December 8, authorities are still awaiting the technical findings that could reveal the suspect’s identity.
Why This Matters
The case touches on critical issues of public trust, safety of legal professionals, digital security, and the integrity of law enforcement investigations. Identifying the individual behind the threat may strengthen confidence in the justice process while ensuring that intimidation attempts do not hinder legal scrutiny of controversial cases.
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