LABUAN — Eight foreign nationals were detained during two separate immigration enforcement operations (Op Mahir and Op Sapu) conducted by the Malaysian Immigration Department (JIM) in Labuan from Nov 3 to 4.
Labuan Immigration Department director Mohd Redzuan Nawi said the detainees comprised seven Filipino nationals – four men, two women and a girl – and an Indonesian woman, who were suspected of committing offences under Section 6(1)(c) of the Immigration Act 1959/63.
“A total of 20 individuals were inspected during the operations, comprising nine Malaysians, 10 Filipinos and one Indonesian. One witness summons was also issued during the inspection period to assist in the investigation.
“All eight detainees are currently being held at the Labuan District Police Headquarters (IPD) for investigation and further action,” he said.
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He added that the department would continue its enforcement efforts against individuals found violating immigration laws.
“The department will continue taking firm action against any parties found committing offences under the Immigration Act 1959/63, Passport Act 1966, Immigration Regulations 1963 and Anti-Trafficking in Persons and Anti-Smuggling of Migrants Act 2007 (ATIPSOM),” he said.
He also warned that action would be taken against those found employing or harbouring undocumented migrants.
Members of the public with information on undocumented migrants may contact the Labuan Immigration Department at 087-421 296, submit a complaint through the Public Complaints Management System (SISPAA) at https://imi.spab.gov.my/eApps/system/index.do or email pro_labuan@imi.gov.my.
