Police seek motivational speaker over alleged child sexual harassment, 'sugar baby' claims

Kangar police have requested a freelance motivational speaker to cooperate with an ongoing investigation into allegations of child sexual harassment. The speaker, who is also an independent preacher, was informed of the request at 2:09am on September 26. He has been directed to report to the Padang Besar district police headquarters.

Police are urging any other potential victims who were involved with the speaker to come forward and file reports to assist in their investigation. The case is being handled under Section 12 of the Sexual Offences Against Children Act 2017. If found guilty, the perpetrator could face up to five years imprisonment and whipping. The public or victims with information can reach out to the investigating officer, Inspector Sharifah Nur Fasihah Syed Sofian, via phone or email.

Previously, a 19-year-old victim, identified as Sofia, stated she met the married man through his observation of her TikTok livestream. They later communicated on WhatsApp, and he allegedly approached her under the guise of employment or academic matters. The man purportedly offered her the title of "sugar baby" and engaged in inappropriate sexual conduct.

Another alleged victim, Diana, 27, recounted how she initially reached out to the speaker for a collaboration related to a motivational program. Subsequently, she said their work-related relationship took a sinister turn when the speaker, whom she believed to be single, requested she check into a hotel with him for sexual acts. Education Minister Datuk Seri Fadhlina Sidek has directed all school programs involving the speaker to cease immediately to permit a comprehensive investigation.