KUALA LUMPUR, Feb. 1 -- A suspended police officer was arrested after allegedly causing a disturbance during Thaipusam celebrations at Batu Caves last night, police confirmed, following the circulation of a viral video showing the incident.

According to The New Straits Times, the woman - identified as "Inspector Sheila", whose real name is Sheila Sharon Steven Kumar - was detained under Section 186 of the Penal Code for obstructing a public servant in the discharge of their duties and remanded for one day.

Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail said the arrest stemmed from "an altercation between the woman and traders near the temple".

Speaking during a community policing programme at the Sri Subramaniar Swamy temple...