“No one is above the law” in Perlis MB cow shooting case, says Rayer

 

JELUTONG MP RSN Rayer has questioned the actions of Perlis Menteri Besar (MB) Abu Bakar Hamzah after a viral video showed him shooting a sacrificial cow during an Aidiladha event.

In a post on Facebook, he said no one is above the law while challenging the explanation given by the MB. Abu Bakar said the animal posed a public safety threat.

However, Rayer notes that the video appeared to show the cow standing still and away from people.

“The viral video clearly shows the cow standing in an open area. No one is seen near the cow. The cow is also standing still and was not seen charging into anyone or charging into a crowd.

“So why did Abu Bakar shoot the cow then? Abu Bakar definitely did not shoot the cow in the leg because the cow is also seen lying motionless after Abu Bakar fires the shot,” he asked.

He also said even if the MB had a proper licence to carry around or own a shotgun, he asked whether laws governing the display and discharge of firearms in public places may have been breached.

Rayer also questioned the lack of police action, stressing that no individual is above the law.

“How come he anticipated a cow breaking loose and going berserk. What if someone were accidentally shot and killed?” he also asked.

Last but not least, he asked, why did the police not arrest Abu Bakar yet?

“It’s laughable for the police to say that since no police report has been lodged, no action can be taken. Why just because he is a MB? No one is above the law PDRM!” —  Focus Malaysia