A woman’s social media post detailing an alleged sexual harassment incident outside Kajang MRT station has gone viral, drawing widespread attention and outrage among Malaysians. The suspect is currently being tracked by police, and anyone with information regarding the case is urged to come forward to the police.
Alleged assault happened in public
According to the victim’s statement shared online, the incident occurred at MRT Kajang Station (Gate A) while she was alone waiting for her parents.
The victim stated that she had parted with her friends, and was sitting at an open area near a staircase where people were passing by.
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Despite the public setting, the suspect allegedly molested the victim from behind.
The victim claimed the man:
- Touched her buttocks while she was seated and using her phone.
- Turning around, she saw the man squatting behind her, watching her before making contact.
- The suspect fled immediately after she noticed him.
The victim further explained that the area was not isolated, which made the act even more surprising since it occurred in an area that was recently packed with people.
Victim left traumatized
In the post, the woman also expressed her feelings of being deeply traumatized by the incident.
She also encouraged people, especially women, to be watchful when in public spaces alone, since this can happen unexpectedly even in safe places.
Police on the hunt for the suspect
Kajang district police chief Assistant Commissioner Naazron Abdul Yusof said investigations at the scene have been carried out. Based on the footage, a man is believed to have committed the act at the Kajang MRT station.
The case is being investigated under Section 509 of the Penal Code, which prescribes a maximum five years’ imprisonment, a fine, or both on conviction.
Yusof also encouraged those who have information regarding the suspect to contact the nearest police station, Kajang Police Headquarters at 03-89114222, or Sergeant Nor Atiqah Anuar at 013-7948922.
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