A large police raid in Bangsar South has resulted in the arrest of more than 400 individuals believed to be part of an online scam syndicate.
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Raid at a commercial tower
Two days ago, Kuala Lumpur police raided a commercial building in Bangsar South.
The operation spanned at least five floors of the tower, which allegedly housed a call centre for the syndicate.
Kuala Lumpur police chief Datuk Fadil Marsus confirmed the raid but declined to reveal details.
He said investigations were still in progress and promised updates either through statements or a press conference.
Families left waiting
During the raid, police vehicles were seen parked outside the building as a long line of workers was escorted out.
All detainees were later sent in stages to nearby police stations for questioning.
Sources told China Press that Bukit Aman police later ordered a transfer of the case after finding links to a similar investigation in Cheras.
This led to the re-arrest of over 400 people, who were taken to the Cheras police headquarters for further questioning.
