Police arrest 74 Chinese, Vietnamese, Taiwanese nationals in KL scam call centre bust

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 30 — The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) has apprehended 74 foreigners in a joint operation targeting an online gambling and scam call centre syndicate in Ops Dadu Khas. The simultaneous raids on eight residential premises were conducted in collaboration with the Commercial Crime Investigation Department (CCID). Chief CID Officer Datuk M. Kumar disclosed that the arrested individuals were predominantly Chinese nationals, with seven women aged between 20 and 50.

All eight premises were reportedly linked to promoting online gambling, 'love scams,' and non-existent investment scams, as well as serving as hostels for call centre operators. The raiding team seized electronic devices, including computers, laptops, modems, and mobile phones, as well as suspected drugs, such as five reddish pills and 5.72 grammes of powder and crystal fragments.

Eight investigation papers have been opened under multiple laws, including the Common Gaming Houses Act 1953, Penal Code, Dangerous Drugs Act 1952, and Immigration Act 1959/63. PDRM remains committed to combating gambling activities, emphasizing their negative impact on the country's economic stability and social well-being. The public is urged to continue providing information to assist in combating such activities.