In a diverse nation like Malaysia, respecting each other’s beliefs is crucial. But at the same time, being considerate and thoughtful is equally important as well.
A recent incident unfolded in an apartment complex in Taman Universiti, Skudai in Johor when a verbal dispute erupted over a late-night prayer conducted by a Hindu family.
M’sian neighbors get into screaming match over noise
In a now-deleted TikTok video which was reshared by @mynewshub on X, it showed a man clad in a black t-shirt and a towel wrapped around his waist loudly protesting against the noise created by prayer bells at midnight.
He also could be heard yelling, “I can’t sleep! Please try to understand!” at the woman who seemed to ignore him and calmly continued with her prayers.
Even as the man continued to yell incessantly, the woman kept her cool and said, “You’re the one shouting, not us.”
Things escalated further when the man threatened to call the police but another man, believed to be the woman’s son, then appeared at the scene.
After exchanging heated words with each other at the top of their lungs, the man eventually went back to his own unit as the woman’s son gave him a death stare and asked him who was the one making noise.
Both parties are being investigated
Johor Baru (North) police chief, Assistant Commissioner Balveer Singh later confirmed the incident, saying that it took place on December 8 at approximately 12:30am, reported NST.
He added that a police report was also lodged on Dec 17 over a misunderstanding caused by excessive noise, which resulted in discomfort for the residents,
The case is now being investigated under Section 13 (1) of the Minor Offenses Act 1955, which pertains to making excessive noise between midnight and 6am.
It is also being probed under Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 for using network facilities to transmit communication that may be offensive or cause annoyance to others
Under Section 13 (1) of the Minor Offenses Act 1955, it carries a fine of up to RM100, while Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 can result in fines not exceeding RM50,000, imprisonment for up to one year, or both if convicted.
Balveer called upon the apartment residents to contact investigating officer Inspector Jeffri Joni at 011-65141322 if they have further information on the incident.
Watch the video here:
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