Sultan Sharafuddin commends police for quick arrests in Shah Alam mosque donation box theft, stressing the sanctity of community trust funds.

SHAH ALAM: The Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, has commended state police for their swift arrests following a recent mosque donation box theft in Section 7 here.

In a statement, His Royal Highness expressed specific appreciation for Selangor police chief Datuk Shazeli Kahar and Shah Alam police chief ACP Ramsay Embol.

Sultan Sharafuddin stated he views the theft seriously, stressing that mosque donation funds are a sacred trust from the Muslim community.

“This trust must never be betrayed or misused,” he said.

The Sultan credited the successful apprehension to close cooperation between police, mosque committee members and vigilant congregants.

“It is this spirit of unity and concern within the community that serves as the strongest safeguard in preserving the sanctity of the mosque institution,” His Royal Highness said.

He asserted that all individuals found guilty must face appropriate punishment under the law.

Firm action is essential as a lesson that defiling the sanctity of the house of Allah will not be taken lightly, he added.

The Sultan expressed hope the incident would strengthen public awareness to protect and uphold the dignity of mosques.

 The Sun Malaysia