23 COVID-19 Cases Were Detected At A Golf Resort In Petaling Jaya!

It’s been confirmed! At least 23 local and foreign employees at the Tropicana Golf and Country Resort have tested positive for COVID-19!

23 covid-19 cases were detected at a golf resort in petaling jaya!Photo via Berita Harian

As reported by The Star, Petaling Jaya OCPD Asst Comm Nik Ezanee Mohd Faisal said that 11 positive cases had been identified on Sunday (11 October), and 12 more cases identified today (12 October).

“This makes it 23 positive cases within the grounds of the Tropicana Golf and Country Resorts’s workers’ hostel,” he said.

Dear all, Thank you for all your concern, we the family of TGCR appreciates it highly. As you all know, we are taking...

Posted by Tropicana Golf & Country Resort on Sunday, October 11, 2020

Nik Ezanee added that the resort was still operating despite the Health Ministry’s order for it to be closed down. 

An investigation paper has been opened under Section 269 of the Penal Code and Section 22(B) of the Prevention and Control of Infectious Disease Act for negligently committing any act which was likely to spread the infection of disease to dangerous life.

Posted by Tropicana Golf & Country Resort on Sunday, October 11, 2020

He also said: “Right now, everyone in Petaling Jaya should minimise their movements. Go home right after you finish work and postpone any gatherings for now.”

Stay safe, everyone!

By: Aishah Akashah Ahadiat

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