504 Malaysians rescued from job scam syndicates, 133 still stranded abroad


KUALA LUMPUR: The Royal Malaysia Police has received 489 reports involving 637 Malaysians who fell victim to human trafficking, particularly job scam syndicates targetting young people, from January until Wednesday (March 12).

Deputy Home Minister Datuk Seri Shamsul Anuar Nasarah said 504 individuals had been rescued, while 133 remain stranded abroad.

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