The Malaysian Army thwarted an illegal entry attempt at Sungai Golok and turned over 10 Myanmar nationals to the police.

The Malaysian Army thwarted an illegal entry attempt at Sungai Golok and turned over 10 Myanmar nationals to the police.

KOTA BHARU, Aug 18 — The Malaysian Army (TDM) apprehended 10 Myanmar nationals who were attempting to illegally cross Sungai Golok from Thailand into Malaysia.

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KOTA BHARU, Aug 18 — The Malaysian Army (TDM) apprehended 10 Myanmar nationals who were attempting to illegally cross Sungai Golok from Thailand into Malaysia.

According to a statement issued yesterday by TDM’s 2nd Infantry Division, the undocumented migrants (PATI) consisted of four men and six women, aged between 19 and 35. Some were found to be in possession of Myanmar identification documents and passports.

The statement added that several personal items — including mobile phones and cash in Malaysian, Myanmar and Thai currencies — were seized.

It also noted that a Mitsubishi Pajero believed to be involved in the smuggling attempt was intercepted, but the suspected smuggler fled back across Sungai Golok into Thailand.

The total value of the confiscated items was estimated at RM21,426, and all the detainees were handed over to the Jeli District Police Headquarters. — Bernama

The Malaysian Army detained 10 Myanmar nationals attempting to cross Sungai Golok illegally from Thailand, confiscating RM21,426 in cash along with personal items and a vehicle. — Picture via Facebook/Markas Pemerintahan Medan Barat Tentera Darat

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