Human Trafficking Attempt Foiled in Tumpat
Tumpat Police Chief Shares Details of the Incident
Tumpat police chief ACP Mohd Khairi Shafie has disclosed that a daring attempt to smuggle 20 Myanmar nationals into the country was foiled by his team yesterday.
Suspicious Activity on Jalan Bendang Morak
The attempted human trafficking incident was spotted by police who were on patrol around the road before finding a Proton Exora car heading towards Kampung Kepulau, Tumpat in a suspicious manner. The officers tried to stop the vehicle using beacon lights and sirens, but the driver continued to speed up by driving dangerously, including breaking red lights at traffic lights.
Aggressive Driver Causes Damage to Police Car
"The police followed the suspect’s vehicle up to Jalan Pasir Pekan and members tried to stop the car, but the driver acted aggressively by knocking into the police car, causing damage to the front and back doors," ACP Mohd Khairi Shafie explained.
Chase Ends with Suspects’ Arrest
The vehicle was driven into the side of the road to Kampung Pohon Tanjung Wakaf Bharu, skidded and hit the road divider before the two suspects, the driver and the front passenger, jumped from the vehicle and fled into the bushes. However, police managed to round up the suspects and a check carried out found 20 Myanmar nationals inside the vehicle.
Charges Under Immigration Act
The suspects were arrested for providing transportation for illegal immigrants, and all 20 Myanmar nationals were found to be without valid documentation to enter Malaysia. Investigations will be carried out under Section 26A of the Atipsom 2007 Act (Act 670) and 6(1)(c) of the Immigration Act 1959/63.
Call for Information
ACP Mohd Khairi Shafie urged anyone with information about the case to contact the Tumpat police headquarters at 09-7257222.
FAQs
- What happened in Tumpat yesterday?
A: A Proton Exora car was spotted heading towards Kampung Kepulau, Tumpat in a suspicious manner, and police tried to stop the vehicle, but the driver continued to speed up and drive recklessly. - How many people were found in the vehicle?
A: 20 Myanmar nationals were found in the vehicle, all without valid documents to enter Malaysia. - What charges will the suspects face?
A: The suspects will be investigated under Section 26A of the Atipsom 2007 Act (Act 670) and 6(1)(c) of the Immigration Act 1959/63. - How can I report information about the case?
A: You can contact the Tumpat police headquarters at 09-7257222 if you have any information about the case.