Police have started investigating a procession involving a helicopter and individuals on horses that was held in Ipoh town yesterday, believed to be for the final journey of an owner of the oldest Indian traditional costume shop in the Perak capital.

State police chief Mior Faridalathrash Wahid said a police report had been lodged and investigations were carried out to determine if there was any breach of regulations, including whether a permit had been obtained by the organiser.

“A procession or parade is not allowed according to...