Bomoh Allegedly Molests A Woman During 'Treatment' In Kota Bharu
He pulled her trousers down and touched her private parts several times.
By Sadho Ram — 25 Sep 2024, 06:02 PM
A bomoh in his 50s allegedly molested a woman in her 20s while providing her traditional treatment for fibroid disease at a home in Melor, Kota Bharu
According to Kota Bharu district police chief ACP Mohd Rosdi Daud, the alleged sexual assault happened at around 8pm on Sunday, 22 September, reported Harian Metro.
"The victim met the suspect for meridian massage," he said, adding, "The bomoh pulled the victim's pants down to her thighs and touched her private parts several times."
Following which, the victim lodged a police report at around 9.30am, 23 September.
The bomoh has since been arrested
He was arrested at around 4pm, yesterday, 24 September, to facilitate an investigation under Section 354 of the Penal Code, which covers assault or use of criminal force to a person with intent to outrage modesty.
He was produced at the Kota Bharu Magistrate's Court today, 25 September, where the police were granted a remand application against him for two days, until Friday, 27 September.
The bomoh being escorted by two policemen outside the Kota Bharu Magistrate's court today, 25 September.
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1. WOMEN'S AID ORGANISATION (WAO)
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