Why were 24 students arrested for playing football during MCO?

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24 Students Arrested for Playing Football During MCO Breach

Twenty-four tertiary students were arrested in Tanjung Bungah for breaching the movement control order (MCO) after being found playing football. The incident occurred at approximately 5:30 PM at a football field located within a college compound on Jalan Cengai, where all 24 individuals, aged between 24 and 48, were identified as college students residing in the college hostel.
Violation of Movement Control Order

The arrests were made due to the students' participation in a football game, which constituted a violation of the prevailing movement control order. Police responded to reports of the group playing and found them on the field within the college premises.
Legal Investigation Under MCO Regulations

The students' actions were investigated under Section 269 of the Penal Code and Rule 11 of the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases (Measures within Infected Local Areas) Regulations 2020. Following the recording of their statements at the North-east district police headquarters, the 24 individuals were released on police bail.
Case Submitted for Further Action

Investigation papers pertaining to this incident have been forwarded to the Deputy Public Prosecutor's office for further deliberation and action. This event follows a previous incident in Pulau Tikus where seven individuals were arrested for similar activities and subsequently fined RM1,000 each, with some facing jail time.

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