Guan Eng Not Spared In NEP Probe, Says CPO - Bernama

PENANG, April 2 (Bernama) -- Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng is not spared from being summoned by the police in connection with investigations into his statement that the open tender system will replace the New Economic policy (NEP).

Acting state police chief Datuk Salleh Mat Rasid said recording a statement was a normal procedure in police investigations.

"Anybody can be hauled up to give a statement to assist in investigations, including the chief minister.

"This is normal in the course of investigations," he told reporters after launching a blood donation drive in conjunction with the 201st Police Day at the northern region marine police base in Batu Uban.

Police are investigating the matter following a police report lodged by lawyer Abu Backer Sidek Mohamad Zain on March 14 that Guan Eng had made a "very sensitive statement" to the Malays.

Asked when police would call Guan Eng to give a statement, Salleh said it depends on the progress of investigations.

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