GEORGE TOWN, Aug. 13 -- Penang police chief Datuk Azizee Ismail has urged the public not to attend a planned gathering in Bertam, Kepala Batas tomorrow, which is in protest of a shopkeeper who displayed an upside-down Jalur Gemilang.

He said the advisory is aimed at ensuring the safety of local residents and maintaining public order.

"We are aware of a group organising a gathering tomorrow and we are advising everyone not to take part in the gathering," he said in a statement issued today.

He also called on all parties to remain patient while awaiting a decision from the office of the public prosecutor.

"Do not take any action that could cause any form of tension," he added.

Datuk Azizee warned that the police will take firm action a...