Sarawak Immigration detains 42 foreigners over suspected immigration offences
KUCHING, Aug 12 — The Malaysian Immigration Department Sarawak has netted 42 foreigners suspected of committ...
KUCHING, Aug 12 — The Sarawak Malaysian Immigration Department carried out a series of operations from Aug 10 to Aug 11, detaining 42 foreigners on suspicion of immigration offences. The enforcement division searched shared houses, rented rooms, and other locations around Jalan Merdang Limau, Kota Samarahan, and Mile 6, Jalan Penrissen.
Out of the 45 individuals examined, 42 were arrested for alleged breaches of the Immigration Act 1959/63. The primary charges were unlawful entry under Section 15(1)© and overstaying without the required visa under Section 6(1)©. The operation stemmed from complaints and intelligence gathered by the Kuching Immigration Enforcement Division, aiming to uphold immigration laws.
The department emphasized the continuation of intensified enforcement actions based on intelligence and public complaints. They also appealed to the public to report any suspected violations of immigration laws.
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