97 Indonesians were sent home

SERIAN, 24 September: 97 Indonesian nationals were evacuated from the Semuja Immigration Depot near here today to their home countries.

According to a statement from the Malaysian Immigration Department (JIM) in Sarawak, the relocation started at 8 am and involved 76 men and 21 women.

"They were all taken by road from the Semuja Immigration Depot to the Tebedu Immigration, Customs, Quarantine and Security (ICQS) Complex before continuing their journey to Indonesia.

"The movement was led by the Immigration Depot Commander Semuja, Muhammad Salman Jafri along with a team of escort officers", according to the statement.

According to the statement, security and control aspects of all individuals concerned were given priority throughout the journey to ensure that the transfer process was smooth and in accordance with the procedures established.

The transfer is part of JIM's responsibility in the enforcement and management of detainees, including ensuring that the return of foreign nationals to their home country is carried out in accordance with the provisions of law.