Raids across four districts uncovered unlicensed outlets, illegal workers, and immigration offences.
Johor police have detained 83 Myanmar nationals following coordinated raids on eight entertainment centres across multiple districts on August 30 and 31. The crackdown, led under Op Noda, targeted outlets operating without valid licences and employing undocumented foreign workers.
Details of the Arrests
State police chief CP Datuk Kamarul Zaman Mamat confirmed that those detained, aged between 22 and 47, included 47 men and 36 women. Among them were nine caretakers, 29 hostesses, one cook, and 44 customers, many of whom lacked valid travel documents.
Locations Targeted
The raids were carried out in Johor Bahru Selatan, Iskandar Puteri, Kulai, and Seri Alam. Police revealed that the outlets were operating without business or entertainment licences and had hired foreign workers without legal permits.
Items Seized
During the operations, police confiscated account books, sales receipts, mobile phones, tablets, and RM5,088 in cash. These items are being examined as part of ongoing investigations.
Legal Framework
The cases are being investigated under several laws, including:
- Johor Entertainment and Places of Entertainment Enactment 1998
- Johor Bahru City Council Trade, Business and Industrial Licence By-laws 2016
- Local Government Act 1976
- Immigration Act 1959/63
Police Statement
Kamarul Zaman emphasized that authorities will intensify enforcement and will not compromise with foreigners residing illegally in Malaysia. He urged the public to report criminal activities via the Johor police hotline (019-2792095) or operations room (07-2212999).
Broader Context
This operation underscores Malaysia’s firm stance against illegal entertainment businesses and undocumented migrant workers. For both Malaysians and regional observers, the raids highlight ongoing efforts to strengthen law enforcement and uphold immigration laws in Johor.
The Johor raids demonstrate the state police’s proactive measures to curb unlicensed businesses and immigration offences. With stricter monitoring, authorities aim to preserve public order while addressing concerns over illegal foreign workers in entertainment outlets.
Sources: Malay Mail (2025) , Bernama (2025)
Keywords: Johor Police Raid, Myanmar Nationals Detained, Illegal Entertainment Outlets, Immigration Act Malaysia, Op Noda Johor, Johor Crime News
