RM6,000 work permit deal leads to arrest of alleged fake Immigration officer

The Melaka Immigration Department (JIM) has arrested a 50-year-old housewife who allegedly impersonated a senior immigration officer and provided services to process work pass applications for foreigners. During a raid under Operation Serkap at a cafe in Taman Malim Jaya, the woman was detained along with various items, including a forged JIM identification card and uniform accessories.

The suspect is suspected of carrying out the impersonation and fraud activities for one to two years, targeting employers and foreigners desperate to obtain work permits. So far, three victims, including two Malaysians, have been identified as duped by the suspect. The JIM has issued witness summonses to the victims and the suspect's husband to assist in further investigations.

The public is advised to deal directly with the nearest JIM office instead of seeking unofficial immigration services.

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