Acid splashing frenzy in Malaysia.

So it seems that more acid splashing activities are happening more frequently as of late. It just used to be as an act of vengeance by ex husbands, or ex boyfriends, and the victims would usually be women. But lately, anyone can be a target, regardless of age, race and gender.

I think, these incidents are 'inspired' from the news. Apparently these are all separate cases, and most probably by different attackers. Unlike guns, it's near impossible to stop people from buying these corrosive liquids, because a lot of household items, used for cleaning can already cause burning to the skin when in contact.

So what can be done to stop this from happening? I'm afraid that there will most probably be no complete end to this, perhaps just a phase when things quite down a little. Because it seems, these attackers are now not only splashing acid, but they are doing so to rob their victims as the liquid form makes it much easier as a 'weapon'.

The only way we can prevent it, comes down to our own awareness of our surroundings. Be extra cautious and always on the lookout. Never ever take for granted for your safety even in public places. One of the victims here previously had a minor accident prior to the splash, was attacked later at Sogo. The other guy, a businessman had stopped his car to check a flat tyre, when these 2 guys suddenly approached him, one splashing the acid on his face, while the other trying to steal his car but failed.

These incidents, minor accident, flat tyre is something that happens everyday so we would not really think about it being 'planned'. So yes, it is very important when such incidents do happen, we need to be on the lookout for those who are approaching. But we shouldn't be extremely paranoid to the point that you're not willing to get out of the house, as these are only a few cases that are highlighted by the media. Also it would be a good idea for us to equip ourselves with prayers as well. For my Muslim readers, let me share some du'as that will protect us throughout the day Insya'Allah... :

Doa Keselamatan Diri Sendiri

Ertinya: Ya Tuhan! selamatkan aku dari orang-orang yang zalim.


Doa Menjauhi Kejahatan

Ertinya: Ya Allah! Aku berlindung kepada Engkau daripada kepayahan kemalangan, daripada jurang kecelakaan dan dari kemalangan nasib dan ejekan musuh.

These du'as were taken from the website of Jabatan Mufti Selangor. Please share them with your friends. Semoga kita semua terlindung dari kejahatan dan kecelakaan. Amin.

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