A local man in his 50s has been arrested over the alleged illegal collection of parking fees near the MRT Maluri station in Kuala Lumpur.
Cheras police chief ACP Mohd Rosdi Daud confirmed that officers arrested the suspect around 2 pm on Nov 14 to assist investigations into the matter, which had recently gone viral on social media.
Motorists allegedly asked to pay RM5
The issue gained attention after several Threads users claimed that individuals were demanding RM5 from motorists to park at the site.
This was despite banners reportedly being placed there stating that parking was free.
According to a video circulating online, an earlier clip showed a man wearing a “SECURITY” shirt asking drivers to pay RM5, with the QR code allegedly linked to an individual’s account rather than an organisation.
ParkIt says it did not impose the charges
ParkIt Malaysia later clarified that it was not collecting parking fees at the location.
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The company also said the Land and Mines Office (PTG) had confirmed that the third party involved did not have a licence to operate on the land.
ParkIt said it had lodged a police report and contacted the relevant authorities over the matter.
It also urged motorists who had previously made payments to share any receipts, company names or QR codes used by the individuals involved to assist with investigations.
Alleged collectors reportedly returned after enforcement visit
According to Kosmo!, the issue had allegedly continued even after authorities inspected the site.
A social media user claimed that individuals returned the following morning and continued collecting parking fees, prompting further complaints and enforcement action.
ParkIt later said police arrived at the location before confirming that one of the men linked to the viral incident had been arrested.
For now, police investigations are ongoing, while motorists using the area have been advised to be cautious about making payments to unauthorised individuals.
