How many enforcement officers were arrested in the visa syndicate operation?

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10 Enforcement Officers Arrested in Visa Syndicate Operation

A total of 33 individuals, including 10 enforcement officers and other civil servants, have been remanded by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) in connection with a syndicate involved in offences related to foreign nationals. These arrests are part of a coordinated operation that took place in Putrajaya and three other states.
MACC Operation Details

The operation, conducted by MACC's Intelligence Division and state branches, saw the arrest of 33 suspects, comprising 24 men and nine women. Their ages range between 20 and 50. The arrests were made yesterday across Putrajaya, Selangor, Negeri Sembilan, and Melaka.
Allegations Against Enforcement Officers

Sources indicate that the 10 arrested enforcement officers are suspected of accepting bribes. These illicit payments were allegedly made in exchange for overlooking violations of the Immigration Act 1959 by foreign workers and for facilitating the issuance of visas, passes, and permits without adhering to proper procedures.
Scope of Offences

Initial investigations suggest that the alleged offences occurred between 2021 and the current year. Beyond the bribery of enforcement officers, other detected offences include the submission of documents containing false particulars for foreign worker applications and quotas.
Legal Investigation Framework

MACC Chief Commissioner Datuk Seri Abd Halim Aman confirmed the arrests and stated that the case is being investigated under Sections 16(b)(A), 17(a), 17(b), and 18 of the MACC Act 2009. He also indicated that further arrests are not being ruled out as the investigation progresses.

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