Abu Bakar Hamzah

Abu Bakar Hamzah, the Chief Minister of Perlis, a Malaysian state bordering Thailand, is currently under police investigation. This follows the viral circulation of a video depicting him shooting a sacrificial cow with a shotgun during an Eid ul-Adha event. The incident has sparked significant public anger, raising concerns about the use of firearms, animal welfare, and adherence to Islamic slaughter regulations. Police have reportedly seized the shotgun believed to have been used in the event. Hamzah's actions have made him newsworthy due to the public outcry and the official investigation into his conduct, highlighting issues of responsible governance and public perception in Malaysia.