Father Builds Prayer Space in Son’s Memory

Why this is here: Surau Al-Fahmi hosts religious classes twice a month, attracting villagers of all ages, including young people.

Azhar, a retired teacher in Kampung Poh Tambahan, Perak, Malaysia, constructed Surau Al-Fahmi to honor his son, constable Ahmad Azza Fahmi Azhar. The surau, completed in August 2024 and open since March 2025, now serves as a center for daily prayers, religious learning, and community events for villagers.

Azhar’s son, Ahmad Azza Fahmi, and another constable were killed during an attack at a police station in May 2024. The family used a donation from Respa to build the surau, and Ahmad Azza Fahmi’s savings helped equip it with air conditioning.

Azhar finds solace in seeing the community use the space, noting that people from outside the village also attend. He continues to hold weekly tahlil gatherings there to remember his son, but acknowledges speaking about the tragedy remains difficult. The surau’s future depends on continued community support and engagement.