PDRM Launches Major Crackdown On Gangsterism In Sarawak, 30 Arrested

The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) has stepped up efforts to combat gangsterism in Sarawak through a large-scale, coordinated special operation involving the Sarawak Police Contingent Headquarters (IPK) and Bukit Aman’s D7 and D9 units.

The operation is focused on dismantling organised crime networks believed to be involved in various illegal activities, including extortion, protection rackets, unlawful operations, and suspicious financial dealings.

According to sources, several individuals have been arrested to assist in investigations, while others remain at large. Those detained are currently being held for further inquiry as authorities continue to gather evidence.

The syndicate is believed to have links to organised groups operating within the region. Following intelligence gathering and continuous surveillance, multiple raids have been carried out nationwide, resulting in the arrest of approximately 30 individuals so far.

The D7 unit, which specialises in tackling secret societies and gangsterism, has reportedly been monitoring the network’s activities over an extended period through intelligence-driven operations and coordinated enforcement efforts.

However, several key suspects believed to be closely linked to the syndicate are still on the run. Police are now seeking public assistance to help track them down.

The individuals wanted to assist in investigations are:

1. Yong How (920912-13-5461)
2. Tay Ee Hung (850821-13-5449)
3. Haikal Ling Abdullah (820607-13-5555)
4. Ho Seng Ching (880917-13-5029)
5. Yeo Lip Hong (950824-13-5397)
6. Lee Xuan Nguon (921015-13-6207)
7. Yong Yu Xuan (930927-13-5463)
8. Lim Pang Yee (840929-13-5601)
9. Gilbert Sim Syn Hou (900523-13-7131)
10. Malcolm Kho Cheok Kwang (980226-13-5263)
11. Choo Hua Lee (831007-13-5387)
12. Sim Tze Rong (850807-13-5573)
13. Jacque Tan Hung Kheng (980917-13-5385)
14. Harry Bong Heng Yong (870621-52-6101)

Authorities stressed that the operation forms part of an ongoing nationwide effort to curb organised crime and ensure public safety and order are maintained.

Members of the public with any information are urged to come forward by contacting the Sarawak Police Contingent Headquarters or the Bukit Aman CID hotline.