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Tahfiz school ex-headmaster held over sexual assault allegations
A former mudir of a Quranic school in Dungun, Terengganu has been remanded in custody following complaints from three boys. The five-day remand order was issued as police investigations continue into the allegations.
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DUNGUN — Authorities in Terengganu have remanded a former headmaster of a tahfiz school for five days following sexual assault reports lodged by three students. The remand order was approved following initial police investigations into the allegations. The suspect, who previously held the position of mudir at the religious school in Dungun, remains in custody as investigations proceed. Police are expected to conduct further interviews and gather additional evidence during the remand period. The case adds to ongoing concerns about safeguarding measures in religious educational institutions across Malaysia. Authorities have not disclosed further details pending the completion of investigative procedures.