KOTA BHARU (Bernama): Police will conduct an investigation if the Health Ministry (MOH) lodges a report on the illegal sale of Ivermectin, says Deputy Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Mazlan Lazim.

       He said the sale of the drug was under the MOH according to the Poisons Act 1952.

       "We will assist if there is a report from the MOH about any syndicates (selling Ivermectin). We will conduct a probe,” he said after a working visit to the Kelantan Police Headquarters here on Thursday (Aug 19).

       Previously, local media had reported that the promotion of the sale of Ivermectin, allegedly as a drug that could cure Covid-19, was becoming increasingly aggressive on the black market, as well as on social media.

       In another development, he again urged members of the public not to speculate, incite or spread fake news regarding the nation’s political situation, as it could threaten the country’s peace.

       "Police will always monitor the social media to prevent any untoward happenings,” he said. - Bernama