Married Woman Apprehended with Younger Man in Kedah Raid

A married woman in Padang Serai, Kedah, Malaysia, was recently apprehended alongside a 23-year-old man following a raid by religious authorities. The incident unfolded at 1:45 AM on May 18, 2025, at the woman's rented residence. According to Anuar Sharifuddin Mat Saad, an official from the Kulim district's religious enforcement agency, the raid was conducted in response to a report about illicit activities. The 29-year-old woman, who is in the process of a divorce and has four children, claimed to have met the 23-year-old man earlier this year. Her husband is currently serving a prison sentence for drug-related offenses. The woman's four children are currently under the care of their grandparents. The couple is now being investigated under Section 25(a)(b) of the Kedah Syariah Criminal Offenses Enactment (EKKJSK) 2014. This case highlights the complexities of family issues and the ongoing enforcement of religious laws in Malaysia.