By DayakDaily Team
KUCHING, Oct 20: Six individuals were arrested on suspicion of their involvement in prostitution activities and immigration offences during an Ops Noda raid at a massage centre here on Oct 19.
In a statement, Kuching district police chief ACP Alexson Naga Chabu said the raid was carried out at about 12.55pm and involved personnel from the D7 Division of the Sarawak Police Contingent Headquarters’ Criminal Investigation Department.
“Those arrested comprised one local man and five foreign nationals, aged between 26 and 49. Police also seized several items to assist in the investigation.
“Preliminary investigations found that the premises were suspected of offering prostitution services by foreign nationals at a rate of RM50 per service,” he said.
He said authorities are investigating the case under Section 372B of the Penal Code, which provides for imprisonment of up to one year, whipping, or both upon conviction.
“The case is also being investigated under Section 15(1)(c) of the Immigration Act 1959/63 for suspected overstaying in Malaysia.
“The offence carries a fine of not less than RM10,000, imprisonment of up to five years, or both upon conviction,” he added. — DayakDaily
