NIBONG TEBAL: A 52-year-old man has apologised for spreading rumours alleging three restaurants had positive Covid-19 cases, causing their business to plunge. Lim Swee Peng apologised to the restaurants, their neighbours, and the community for creating two posts on Facebook with photos of the restaurants attached. "I was shocked when several phone calls came in asking if any Covid-19 cases were recorded at my restaurant, then I was told about the social media posts. "Seek confirmation of any news with authorities such as the Health Ministry before making assumptions and spreading information on Covid-19 cases. "Although there are Covid-19 cases reported in this district, they are not linked to the three restaurants but the social media post of false information has caused people to speculate blindly.

Source: The Star February 25, 2021 08:37 UTC