Secret 'gay party' in rural Kelantan sparks outrage among villagers
The event was held last month and exposed recently by Kelantan police. It has sparked outrage and disbelief in a community known for its strong Islamic values.
One resident, who wished to be known only as Norliza, said the news was a bombshell.
"I was completely shocked when I heard about the raid. Our village has never seen anything like this, not in Kelantan," said the 38-year-old eatery owner.
Norliza said she learnt of the incident when the village head stopped by her shop on Thursday to share details from a police press conference.
"To hear that it was a gay gathering and that police found condoms and HIV medication at the scene was deeply shocking.
"We've always assumed such things only happen in big cities. Never here, in our backyard."
She said the incident had severely tarnished the state's image.
A labourer who only wanted to be known as Ahmad, 53, described the news as disturbing but necessary to confront.
"It's a bitter pill to swallow, but this is the reality. Kelantan may be very Islamic, but that doesn't make it immune to immoral activities.
"People need to wake up. These things are happening."
He said the raid had opened villagers' eyes to the possibility of other unhealthy activities taking place in secret.
"We were all taken aback when we heard that police raided a bungalow rented by the group.
"Who knows what else could be going on under our noses?"
A check at the homestay used for the gathering showed that it was operating as usual, with several guests seen on the premises.
The property is at the edge of the village, near a riverbank.
Kota Baru police chief Assistant Commissioner Mohd Rosdi Daud said investigations were ongoing.
"We have detained three people and they have been charged under Section 292 of the Penal Code for possessing obscene materials.
"Others were released after having their statements recorded. If necessary, we will call them back for further investigation."
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