SHAH ALAM, Nov 10 – Police have arrested a woman suspected of spray-painting the word “Allah” and a cross symbol on an electrical panel box in Taman Sutera, Kajang
According to Harian Metro, Kajang police chief Naazron Abdul Yusof said the woman in her 40s was arrested by the district Criminal Investigation Department at about 2.15 pm yesterday.
Naazron said police also seized several items believed to be connected to the incident, including red spray paint and clothing.
"Further investigations are underway to determine the actual motive behind the incident; this includes obtaining witness statements and examining the viral video footage," he said.
Naazron said the case is being investigated under Sections 298 and 427 of the Penal Code, as well as Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998
He added that the suspect could face imprisonment or a maximum fine of up to RM500,000, depending on the evidence presented in court.
"Anyone with relevant information is urged to contact the investigating officer, Inspector Muhammad Nazirulzahin Mohd Hashim, at 017-8881 475.
"Strict action will be taken against any party found to have committed an offence, in accordance with the prevailing laws," he said.
Earlier, a video which was widely shared on social media showed a woman holding a can of spray paint near an electrical panel box bearing the word “Allah” and a cross symbol.
The video also showed the woman later approaching and speaking to two men.
