Police action against preacher may fuel ‘martyr effect’, says Tajuddin

Academic Tajuddin Mohd Rasdi has cautioned against using police action against controversial Muslim preacher Zamri Vinoth, arguing that it could turn him into a “martyr” in the eyes of his supporters.

“Using the police is a quick but ineffective solution. In fact, it will create a martyr effect. Even admonishment from the royals could have the same impact,” he told Malaysiakini.

Instead, Tajuddin (above) believes the most effective response would be…