A Cambodian national has been arrested after a video of him shouting and pouring water while threatening security officers at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) went viral.
Lin Weida, 41, a travel agent, has since pleaded guilty in the Sessions Court to two charges of using criminal force and abusive language against two airline staff.
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According to a report by Malay Mail, the incident began on September 28 at around 5:20 PM on board flight OD606 from Hong Kong to KLIA Terminal 1. Lin allegedly used abusive language against Batik Air cabin crew member Yuszai Yusof.
The charge, framed under Section 14 of the Minor Offences Act 1955, carries a maximum fine of RM100.
As if that wasn’t enough, just hours later at 7:50 PM, Lin was accused of using criminal force against Batik Air security officer Sheikh Muhammad Syafiq Sh Khalid at the Satellite Building of KLIA.
For this, Lin was charged under Section 352 of the Penal Code, which carries a maximum sentence of three months’ jail, a fine of RM1,000, or both upon conviction.
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Eventually, Lin was fined RM900 by the Magistrate’s Court for both offences, as reported by Berita Harian.
Following the sentencing, many Malaysians expressed frustration, saying Lin should have received a harsher punishment for his rude behaviour. Others praised the security officer for remaining calm during Lin’s outburst.
“The strongest people are those who can stay calm despite confrontation. I salute the security officer. If it were me, I don’t know what would’ve happened.”
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One user said, “Should be banned from ever entering Malaysia again.”
“Just RM1,000 maximum fine? No wonder they can do whatever they want," commented another.
Watch a video of the incident below:
Flight Batik Air Malaysia dari Hong Kong - Kuala Lumpur OD606, dia mengeluarkan kata-kata kesat terhada seorang pramugari dengan niat untuk menimbulkan kemarahan dan mengganggu ketenteraman semasa penerbangan.
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