What led to the detention of 50 undocumented Myanmar nationals?

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Fifty Undocumented Myanmar Nationals Detained in Tanah Merah Raid

A police operation in Kampung Jelakong, Tanah Merah, led to the detention of 50 undocumented Myanmar nationals and two local men. The raid, conducted by the Tanah Merah district police headquarters' Criminal Investigation Department (CID) at 5:30 PM, uncovered individuals who had been smuggled into the country three days prior.
Discovery of Undocumented Migrants and Local Suspects

During the operation, authorities found 50 Myanmar nationals, comprising 43 men and seven women, aged between 18 and 45. These individuals were found without any valid identification documents. Simultaneously, two Malaysian men, aged 48 and 65, were apprehended at the same premises.
Smuggling Operation and Transit Point Identified

The detained Myanmar nationals were reportedly smuggled into Malaysia from a location near the Malaysia-Thailand border approximately three days before the raid. Their intended destinations were various cities across Malaysia, including Kuala Lumpur, Kuantan, Genting Highlands, and Cameron Highlands. Authorities believe the shophouse in Kampung Jelakong served as a temporary transit point before they were to be moved further within Kelantan.
Legal Actions and Seized Assets

The two local men apprehended are being held under the Anti-Trafficking in Persons and Anti-Smuggling of Migrants Act (ATIPSOM) 2007. The 50 Myanmar nationals face charges related to offenses under the Immigration Act 1963. As part of the operation, a four-wheel-drive vehicle believed to have been used in ferrying the individuals was also seized by the police.

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