Shoe logo issue: Vern’s Holding rep arrives at Jakim office

PUTRAJAYA: A representative of Vern’s Holding Sdn Bhd arrived at the Islamic Development Department (Jakim) to give an explanation over the contentious shoe logo that appeared to resemble the word "Allah" in Arabic script.

The man, in his 50s, was seen entering the building at about 10.50am on Monday (April 8) to meet Jakim officers over the issue.

The issue of the shoes arose following a three-minute video that had gone viral on social media in which a man claimed that the shoes he purchased displayed a logo believed to resemble the word "Allah”.

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Following this, Vern’s Holding apologised in a statement on Sunday (April 7) evening for offending any sensitivities, clarifying that the graphic is actually a stylised high-heeled shoe with straps.

According to the company, it has taken immediate steps to cease the sales of the shoes affected and will offer refunds to customers who have purchased the shoes.

As of 7pm on Sunday (April 7), eight police reports had been lodged on the matter.

Earlier today, police seized a total of 1,145 pairs of shoes in Johor, Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Kedah.

No arrests were made.