SIBU: Two local men have been arrested for allegedly being involved in unlicensed money lending or "ah long" activities on Saturday (April 11).
Sibu OCPD Asst Comm Azari Miskon said the two suspects were nabbed following a report made by a 45-year-old man.
According to him, the victim claimed to have received money deposited into his account without any application.
He was then allegedly threatened and forced to make a repayment along with high interest.
"In addition, the victim also received serious threats including threats to his personal safety and that of his family members," Azari said in a media statement.
Initial investigations found that the two suspects were actively carrying out unlicensed money lending activities using telephones and WhatsApp as a business medium.
During the operation, police also seized several items believed to be related to the activities, including mobile phones, ATM cards, cash and a laptop.
The case is being investigated under Section 5(2) of the Money Lenders Act 1951 and Section 506 of the Penal Code for criminal intimidation.
In this regard, Azari advised the public not to deal with any unlicensed money lenders and to immediately report to the police if they receive any threats.
"The public's cooperation is very important to curb this activity from continuing to spread," he said.
