7 ditahan kes Ar-Rahnu rugi RM28.4 juta akibat pecah masuk

Johor Police apprehended seven local residents, including two women, suspected of involvement in a fraud case linked to the Ar-Rahnu customs house in Kota Tinggi, resulting in a loss of RM28.4 million. The suspects, ranging in age from 29 to 48, were detained around Kota Tinggi and Johor Bahru on November 7 and 8 by the Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department (CID), IPK Johor, and the IPD Kuala Tinggi Criminal Investigation Branch.

Initial investigations found the suspects allegedly entered the premises through the front door and escaped via the back door with luggage and cash. Police seized various items from a residence in the area, including 2,891 items of luggage, RM27,371 in cash, customs clearance receipts, keychains, a luggage set, and mobile phones.

One male suspect had two previous convictions, and all suspects tested negative for drug screening. Further investigations revealed the incident was allegedly committed by a former female manager, 44, and her former colleague to cover up false luggage claims made by the suspects over the past four to five years. Four suspects were remanded until November 14, while three remained until November 15.

Police had obtained a remand warrant under Section 457 of the Criminal Procedure Code for conspiracy to commit fraud and Section 408 for breach of trust. Local residents were advised against speculating or making comments that could interfere with the investigation process and were urged to report any information to Johor Police.