KUALA LUMPUR: The public plays a crucial role in aiding law enforcement to address amateur photographers around KLCC, says Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories) Dr Zaliha Mustafa.
In a Facebook post, Dr Zaliha shared her observations after visiting KLCC last night, noting that amateur photographers continue to operate, despite restrictions imposed by KLCC management.
"I was informed that the KLCC management, as the property owner, does not allow these individuals to operate within the premises.
However, based on photos sent to me and what I personally observed, some of them now station themselves across the street, potentially causing discomfort to visitors," she said.
Dr Zaliha highlighted that, to date, the police have not received any formal complaints from the public regarding the photographers this year.
She reiterated the importance of the public playing a role in combating this issue by working alongside the authorities to ensure this issue will be resolved smoothly.
"Alongside the active enforcement under the #KLStrikeForce initiative, your role is equally crucial.
"Firstly, the public should refrain from using their services as if there are no "willing buyers," there will be no "willing sellers. Secondly, the public should report any incidents and promptly report them to the nearest police station should they cause any discomfort to you," she said.
In an earlier report, some amateur photographers claimed that the photographers surrounding the KLCC area are mostly locals trying to earn a living and are not harassing the people coming to the area.