KUALA LUMPUR – A young celebrity preacher, who was arrested for allegedly committing sexual offences and causing hurt to his victims, is believed to have used his influence to take advantage of them.
Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department director Datuk Huzir Mohamed said the suspect’s tactic was to send direct messages to his followers via his Instagram account to gain their attention.
He said the suspect would invite female followers to meet him for various reasons, such as for a meal or business matters.
“After asking them out, the suspect would trick them into going to his house and committed sexual acts without the victim’s consent.
“We have received seven reports against the celebrity, with two investigation papers opened so far under Section 376 of the Penal Code for rape,” he said at Bukit Aman, here, yesterday.
Huzir said another investigation paper was opened under Section 377C of the Penal Code for committing carnal intercourse against the order of nature and Section 354 for outraging modesty.
He said police have opened three more investigation papers under Section 354 of the Penal Code and received another report that was classified as no further action, as there was no element of sexual harassment.
“We believe more individuals will lodge reports on the preacher’s actions, and I urge the victims to come forward,” he said, adding that most of the victims are university students.
Huzir said the department has also formed a special task force to investigate cases involving the suspect. – Bernama, December 2, 2020
