Renting houses to undocumented migrants can lead to crime, owners warned

Titiwangsa MP Johari Ghani has warned that renting houses to undocumented migrants can lead to increased crime, including gangsterism and fights. Based on his experience, such problems are made worse when multiple tenants occupy the same home, compromising local safety. He cited a case in Kampung Pandan where many undocumented migrants lived in rented homes, leading to public disorder.

Johari is collaborating with the Wangsa Maju police chief to tackle the issue, urging homeowners to be cautious when choosing tenants. He emphasizes that cooperation with the police is crucial in resolving these problems. By working together, residents can help reduce crime and prevent conflicts between locals and undocumented migrants.

Johari stresses the importance of community leaders and residents cooperating closely with the police, sharing information to aid in crime prevention. He urges residents not to confront criminals, as this could put their safety at risk. He also stresses the importance of knowing one's neighbours - if a resident has not seen a neighbour for a few days, they should check in on them or inform their residents' association chairman.