In an unexpected twist at the bustling streets of Bukit Bintang, the popular shawarma outlet, Damascus, found itself in the midst of an immigration crackdown.
The Malaysian Immigration Department, vigilant in their pursuit of legal employment compliance, descended upon the eatery.
Their target? Employees working without proper legal permits.
As the officers moved through Damascus, customers stood witness to an unusual spectacle.
Thanks to TikTok, we got to see it all. Videos show the staff being taken away by officers while customers standing in front of the restaurant.
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Despite the unfolding drama, their appetite for the Middle Eastern delicacies remained undiminished.
Many were still lining up
A witness, speaking to WeirdKaya, shared their astonishment at the scene: “Even with immigration on-site, people just waited in line, unwavering.”
Netizens have expressed a mix of humor and approval in their comments on the video of the raid at the famous joint.
He mentioned that he happened to be passing by at the time of the incident and observed that the line of customers was notably long.
One comment humorously mentioned their desire to review the restaurant, playfully noting their children’s eagerness to eat there, despite the recent incident.
Another netizen emphasized the importance of law enforcement’s firmness, not only with local businesses but also with foreign-owned establishments.
