Khalwat: Girl, 16, among 8 couples nabbed in Tawau
Published on: Thursday, February 16, 2017
Tawau: Eight Muslim couples, including a 16-year-old girl, were detained during "Ops Maksiat" on Valentine's Day for suspected close proximity and indecent behaviour.Sabah Islamic Religious Affairs Department (Jheains) Administration Officer here, Abdul Imam Basirun, said seven couples, including the girl were found inside hotel and motel rooms during raids by the department's enforcement unit.Another couple was detained for displaying indecent behaviour at a beach while a transvestite with no identification document has been referred to the police for further action.ADVERTISEMENT "Apart from the couples, another three individuals in suspicion of soliciting money for sex."All the individuals aged between 16 and 30 would be investigated under Section 84 of the Syariah Criminal Offence 1995 for committing close proximity and indecent behaviour," Abdul Imam said Wednesday.He said the operation focused on budget motels, recreational parks and the Batu Payung beach, among others.Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express’s Telegram channel.
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Abdul Imam said the operation was also joined by the Tawau Municipal Council enforcement unit and police from 10pm (Tuesday) until 3am on Wednesday.ADVERTISEMENT He also advised youths, especially Muslims, to avoid being involved in social ills and not be influenced to celebrate Valentine's Day which was not in accordance with Islamic teachings. - Lagatah Toyos