Johor Police Investigate Slapping Incident During Ramadan

An investigation is underway in Johor Bahru following an incident where a non-Muslim man was slapped for eating in public during Ramadan. The victim, a 21-year-old, reported that he was approached by an elderly man who questioned his religion and demanded to see his identification, which the victim refused, leading to an altercation. The police are investigating the case under Section 323 of the Penal Code for intentionally causing injury, with the potential for the assailant to face up to a year in prison or a fine. National Unity Minister Aaron Ago Dagang condemned the incident as a provocative act that contradicts Malaysia's values of unity and harmony, emphasizing the need for respect among different races and religions. The incident, which was captured on video and went viral, has sparked discussions about moral policing and minority rights in the country. The police have urged anyone with more information to come forward to assist in their investigation.