As the investigation into GISB Holdings Sdn Bhd (GISBH) continues, many former members have come forward, revealing the company’s deepest, darkest secrets, which continue to shock the nation.
In a new twist to the case, the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) launched a large-scale raid targeting properties linked to GISBH, including homes in Kelantan and most recently extending to Rawang, Selangor.
Confiscated items included strands of hair from a beard
According to a live press conference, Inspector General of Police, Tan Sri Razarudin Husain, said that among the items seized, included strands of beard found at the home.
The confiscated items were turned over to JAKIM as they were believed to violate Islamic teachings and were linked to the banned Aura Muhammadiyah teachings from 1986 and the Al-Arqam movement, declared heretical in 1994.
PDRM responds to public criticism
Razarudin revealed that authorities managed to seize 16 vehicles valued at RM2.07 million, 26 animals (including 9 horses, 14 rabbits, and 3 peacocks), RM18,650 in cash, and two Amazfit watches worth RM600 each, all under Section 45(2) of AMLATFPUAA 2001 (Act 613).
He also addressed criticism on social media, where some users accused the police of failing to care for the animals confiscated from the GISBH properties.
He denies the allegations and clarified that the police have taken action in collaboration with the Department of Veterinary Services and the Local Authority to carry out inspections and ensure the well-being of the seized animals.
“Until we receive a disposition order from the court, the PDRM will oversee the feeding and care of the confiscated animals,” he added.
What is the beard used for?
A former member of the company revealed some shocking details about the now-deceased leader, Haji Ashaari Mohammad, also known as Abuya. She disclosed that his body hair, including his beard hair, was mixed into water that members were required to drink.
Haji Ashaari Mohammad aka Abuya
Rumour has it that some restaurants linked to GISBH were serving food made with Abuya’s feet water, but those places have come out to say that’s not true.
Abuya died in 2010, yet many followers of GISBH hold the belief that he remains alive in spirit, quietly watching over them.
