Singaporean fugitive, girlfriend rescued in Malaysia from kidnapping ring seeking US$62,500 ransom
The man had entered Malaysia illegally in May while his girlfriend had entered legally. This is the second case in a week in which Malaysian police have rescued Singaporean kidnap victims.
On August 11, Malaysian authorities rescued two Singaporeans in Johor after they were allegedly kidnapped and held for a S$80,000 ransom. One of the victims is a 32-year-old man who is a fugitive wanted for breaching parole on a drug offense, while his girlfriend, 28, was also abducted. Both tested positive for methamphetamine and are now in police custody.
Malaysian police found that the man entered the country illegally in May with S$12,000 in his possession, while the woman entered legally. Six Malaysians, including the alleged mastermind, were arrested in connection with the kidnapping. The suspects, five of whom had criminal records, tested positive for drugs. The kidnapping syndicate demanded S$80,000 for the release of the victims, but the ransom amount was reduced to S$25,000.
Police seized cash, jewelry, and vehicles during the raids. The Singaporean man is currently detained under the Immigration Act while his girlfriend was detained for drug possession. This marks the second time in a week that Malaysian police have rescued a Singaporean kidnap victim, highlighting the strong cooperation between Malaysian and Singaporean authorities.
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