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Immigration raids premises used for foreign worker data forgery

Immigration raids premises used for foreign worker data forgery

From Utusan Malaysia · (2d ago) Malay

Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Malaysian immigration authorities raided two premises in Selangor suspected of facilitating the forgery of data and documents for foreign workers.
  • The operation, codenamed Op Serkap, was conducted by the Immigration Department's Enforcement Division with assistance from the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (SPRM).
  • Three individuals aged between 35 and 45 were apprehended during the raids.

The Malaysian Immigration Department (JIM) has once again demonstrated its commitment to maintaining national security and integrity by dismantling a sophisticated operation involved in the forgery of data and documents for foreign workers. The successful execution of Op Serkap in Selayang and Desa Petaling, Selangor, highlights the department's proactive approach in combating illegal activities that undermine our immigration system.

This operation, a result of continuous intelligence gathering and surveillance, underscores the crucial collaboration between JIM and the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (SPRM). Such partnerships are vital in tackling complex crimes that often involve corruption and organized syndicates. The apprehension of three individuals involved in this scheme is a significant step towards eradicating such fraudulent practices.

From Malaysia's perspective, ensuring the proper documentation and data integrity of foreign workers is paramount. It not only safeguards our borders but also protects the rights of legitimate workers and prevents the exploitation of undocumented individuals. The department's vigilance in these matters is a testament to its dedication to upholding the rule of law and ensuring a stable socio-economic environment for all.

Two residential premises in the Selayang and Desa Petaling areas, Selangor, were raided by the Malaysian Immigration Department (JIM) after becoming locations for data and document forgery activities involving foreign workers.

— Utusan MalaysiaReporting on the immigration raid.
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Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.