Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain said this allegation was made in a post on the Facebook page “Pusat Kajian Ajaran Sesat”, which despite its name is not that of an actual organisation.

“These quarantine centres are believed to have been where GISBH members deemed problematic underwent indoctrination and mental abuse. Police are also tracking down assets linked to or belonging to GISBH to assist in investigations,” he said in a statement this evening.

Razarudin said a total of 10 investigation papers have been opened under the anti-trafficking law following reports of forced labour by former employees of the company.

Income tax probe

He also sought to clarify a statement he made three days ago, when he reportedly said the company had never paid any tax for its businesses.

Razarudin said he was actually referring to the current assessment year, adding that police are working with the Inland Revenue Board (LHDN) to look into the matter.

“Investigations will focus on several companies under GISBH which are believed to have broken several provisions under the Income Tax Act 1967,” he said.

Police rescued a total of 542 children following several raids on welfare homes as well as the homes of GISBH members. Probes found that at least 13 of the children were allegedly sodomised or taught to sexually assault others.

The authorities also froze 138 bank accounts belonging to GISBH, seized over RM800,000 in funds, 22 vehicles valued at about RM1.87 million and 14 properties, paralysing the company’s operations.

The company’s top management, including its CEO Nasiruddin Ali, were arrested by police and held in remand until today.