KUALA LUMPUR – The recent case involving an employer who allegedly beat and threatened two of his bodyguards for fasting should be taken seriously as it could lead to potential race riots, said the Malaysia Muslim Consumers Association.
In condemning the alleged act as an insult to Islam, its president Datuk Nadzim Johan said actions by the suspect, believed to be involved in secret societies and illegal businesses, warranted serious repercussions.
“I hope that this is the last of such incidents. This is because we received many complaints on this matter from those who are extremely angry and wanted to plan attacks. It is not good if that happens.
“We hope that the matter is dealt with swiftly and efficiently so it can serve as a lesson to all. If this is not handled properly, there will be race riots – we cannot accept that if it happens.
“It will destroy all of the unity we have built over the years,” he said during a press conference here today.
Nadzim said appropriate action taken against the employer and his accomplices would appease the public who are angry following the incident.
He also called on Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Tan Sri Abdul Hamid Bador to clear up allegations that the employer claims to know him personally based on a police report as it presently creates a perception that his name is being used to threaten others.
“The suspect (employer) claims he is a friend of the IGP. This is what he claims, meaning that IGP has to clarify this claim with the suspect. The IGP should not let anyone misuse his name to intimidate others.”
Yesterday, four men, including the employer, were remanded between five and seven days to assist the investigation into the case.
A raid at the house of one of the suspects in Bukit Tinggi, Klang, on Wednesday saw police seize a gun and 10 bullets as well as the cane believed to be used to beat the two bodyguards.
Selangor police chief Datuk Arjunaidi Mohamed told reporters preliminary investigations revealed that the 44-year-old employer was also involved in illegal money lending and gambling.
“The arrests also led to the discovery of 100kg of gold bars and 12,500 pieces of US$100 notes, with the total value of the seizure estimated at RM28.25 million,” he said at a press conference at the Klang Selatan police district headquarters yesterday.
He reminded the public not to view the case as a racial issue.
The case is being investigated under Sections 324, 298 and 307 of the Penal Code as well as Section 4 (1) of the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds from Illegal Activities Act 2001 and Section 5 (2) of the Moneylenders Act 1951. – The Vibes, April 16, 2021
