Cops probing discarded copies of Quran incident in Klang Valley
The Inspector-General of Police says statements have been taken from eight individuals.FMT Reporters - 28 Feb 2023, 5:46pm
In a video that went viral earlier this month, a man was seen picking up several copies of the Quran from a drain near Taman Sri Murni in Gombak.
PETALING JAYA: Police have confirmed they are investigating the discovery of discarded copies of the Quran in several parts of the Klang Valley.
Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Acryl Sani Abdullah Sani said the authorities had recorded statements from eight individuals.
“The case is being investigated under Section 295 of the Penal Code for damaging the Quran, and Section 298A of the Penal Code for causing racial disharmony,” he said in a statement today.
The investigation centres around whether there was an intention to insult Islam by disposing copies of the holy book.
Acryl Sani advised people to remain calm and refrain from speculating.
“If anyone wants to dispose of the holy book, they should seek advice from the local religious councils,” he said.
In a video that went viral earlier this month, a man was seen picking up several copies of the Quran from a drain near Taman Sri Murni in Gombak.
Some of the copies were in good condition, while others had torn covers, according to the man.
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