KUALA LUMPUR: In an operation at Jalan Pudu Bukit Bintang, a call centre used by an investment scam syndicate was raided, resulting in the detention of 29 individuals. Amongst those apprehended on Friday (Sept 8) at 3.40pm were 13 local men, 10 local women, and six foreigners, according to Dang Wangi OCPD Asst Comm Noor Dellhan Yahaya.
The raid carried out by authorities led to the seizure of 56 mobile phones, 27 laptops, 32 monitors, seven CPUs, three routers, and a modem. Asst Comm Noor Dellhan Yahaya stated on Saturday (Sept 9) that the syndicate, which had rented the office space for RM17,400 per month, had been in operation for approximately two months.
According to investigations, the syndicate focused on targeting victims abroad, explained Asst Comm Noor Dellhan Yahaya. The detained individuals included 21 customer service officers who utilized live chat to offer fraudulent investments in forex, commodity, shares, and cryptocurrency. Additionally, three individuals worked in the IT support department, three were part-time employees responsible for managing the office, and the remaining two served as managers of the operation.
The monthly salaries of the suspects ranged between RM2,000 and RM10,000, with additional commission based on their roles, Asst Comm Noor Dellhan Yahaya shared. It was revealed that the two detained managers had previous criminal records.
The suspects have been remanded until Monday (Sept 11), according to ACP Noor Dellhan. He also encouraged individuals with information about criminal activities to contact Dang Wangi police at 03-2600 2222 or visit the nearest police station.
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