{
  "id": 15099507,
  "title": "Ex-M’sian minister detained over suspected 'khalwat' with woman in Petaling Jaya",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/16/ex-msian-minister-detained-over-suspected-khalwat-with-woman-in",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-16T15:49:47.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Mothership",
    "slug": "mothership",
    "url": "https://mothership.sg/2026/10/former-malaysian-minister-khalwat/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "A former Malaysian minister was among two individuals detained by the Selangor Islamic Religious Department (JAIS) on suspicion of khalwat, a close proximity offense. According to the New Straits Times, the man, a senior political leader, was detained alongside a woman believed to be the founder of a non-governmental organisation (NGO). The incident occurred in Petaling Jaya on October 15 around 6pm. JAIS has not named either party involved. The politician, 44 years old, was found with the woman at a residence in Petaling Jaya. Both detainees were taken to the JAIS office for documentation. JAIS director Mohd Shahzihan Ahmad stated that the pair were detained to aid investigations. Convictions under the provision can result in imprisonment for up to two years, a fine of up to RM3,000 (S$944), or both. Shahzihan also cautioned the public against speculating, spreading defamatory claims, or publicly shaming those involved.",
  "summary": "The woman is believed to be the founder of an NGO.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Malay Mail",
        "title": "Nik Nazmi confirms he was one of two caught in Petaling Jaya Jais raid, apologises to wife and family",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/17/nik-nazmi-confirms-he-was-one-of-two-caught-in-petaling-jaya-jais",
        "published": "2026-10-17T03:39:05.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}