Friendly Cops Quiz Man On Hunger Strike

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A strategic communications consultant who went on a hunger strike in Kuala Lumpur yesterday to highlight the Covid-19 situation attracted the attention of the police.
When contacted, Nathaniel Tan said a group of police personnel came to check up on him at a tent he pitched along a walkway of a commercial block in Taman Tun Dr Ismail.
He told Malaysiakini the police personnel were from Taman Tun Dr Ismail and Brickfields police stations.
"They asked me, 'What are you doing here?' What is this about? What are you calling for?
"They just want a clearer picture," he said.


Tan yesterday took to Facebook and posted his five demands, including for the the decision-making power in Covid-19-related matters to be fully in the hands of experts.
He also demanded protection for frontliners who exposed the realities on the ground without fear of disciplinary sanction.
Asked whether police had threatened with him action, Tan said he was reminded to observe all Covid-19 protocols.


"I have no complaints. They were very polite and friendly," he added.
Tan said he has abstained from eating any food and only drank water, adding that he is not sure how long the hunger strike would last.




While noting that not all people would be able to endure a hunger strike, Tan said there were other forms of action that could be taken.
He added that the people should not feel helpless about their situation.
Messages of solidarity with Tan on Facebook have so far seen supporters sharing his demands, as well suggestions on other avenues for donations.
Malaysia today reported another set of record-breaking figures with 20,596 new cases as of noon today, while Selangor and Penang both registered record highs at 8,549 cases and 1,022 cases respectively. - Mkini

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