Kedah Immigration detains 94 undocumented migrants in two-day operations
ALOR STAR: The Kedah Immigration Department detained 94 undocumented migrants during operations at several locations in Kuala Muda, Kubang Pasu and Langkawi over the past two days.
Kedah Immigration officials have detained 94 undocumented migrants over a two-day period across Kuala Muda, Kubang Pasu, and Langkawi. The department revealed that these operations were carried out based on intelligence and public tips regarding individuals violating Malaysia's immigration laws. A total of 227 people, including both Malaysians and foreigners, were inspected at 22 locations.
Among the 94 foreigners arrested, there were 84 men and 10 women, primarily from Bangladesh, Myanmar, Indonesia, and Pakistan. The suspects, aged between 18 and 59, were found guilty of breaking the Immigration Act 1959/63 and the Immigration Regulations 1963, such as entering Malaysia without proper documentation or adhering to the terms of their passes.
Malaysia relies on migrant labor from countries like Indonesia, Bangladesh, and Myanmar for employment in sectors such as construction, agriculture, manufacturing, and services. Six Notices to Appear as a Witness (Form IMM.29) were issued to aid ongoing investigations. Detained individuals were transferred to the Belantik Immigration Depot in Sik and the Langkawi Immigration Depot for further documentation, investigation, and subsequent actions.
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