A 41-YEAR-OLD unemployed man has been sentenced to nine months’ imprisonment by the Alor Gajah Magistrates Court for desecrating a Quran during the holy month of Ramadan, in a case that highlighted the importance of respecting religious sensitivities in Malaysia’s multi-ethnic society.
Magistrate Dr Teoh Shu Yee handed down the sentence today to Amir Abdul Malik after taking into account the profound religious significance of the act, particularly as it occurred during Ramadan, a period of heightened spiritual observance for Muslims.
Amir was charged with posting a video of himself stepping on a Quran with the intent to insult Islam on 28 February 2026. The act took place at a residence in Kampung Durian Daun, Masjid Tanah.
The court emphasised that offences targeting religious texts and symbols are treated with utmost seriousness, reflecting the broader societal need to maintain respect among different faith communities. - March 19, 2026
