Viral claims of armed men entering Semporna, Lahad Datu fake, say cops

 Esscom commander Victor Sanjos says security in both areas is under control and the public need not be concerned about the claims.

Esscom commander Victor Sanjos said they were continuously monitoring to detect any threat or suspicious activity that could affect the safety of residents and the waters off east Sabah. (Bernama pic)

KUALA LUMPUR:

Claims of a group of armed men entering Semporna and Lahad Datu in Sabah that went viral on social media are fake, Eastern Sabah Security Command (Esscom) commander Victor Sanjos said.

He also reassured that security in both areas was under control and the public need not be concerned about the claims.

“The viral claims are fake and we are aware of the photos uploaded on social media.

“Currently, the situation is under control and we are continuously monitoring to detect any threat or suspicious activity that can affect the safety of residents and the waters off east Sabah,” he said when contacted.

Victor said Esscom always monitors and implements security control, especially in waters and strategic locations in the East Sabah Security Zone, adding that any information about security threats should be channelled to the authorities for further action and confirmation. - FMT