Bukit Aman commercial crime investigation department director Ramli Yoosuf said the company was registered and holds a licence from the tourism, arts and culture ministry to operate umrah services from 2023 until March 2027, Bernama reported.

“Some reports have been referred to the ministry, which is responsible for taking action under the Tourism Industry Act 1992.

“Police investigations under Section 420 of the Penal Code are also ongoing,” he said in a statement today.

Ramli also referred to an activist’s statement who had urged the police to act under Section 420 of the Penal Code (for cheating), implying that no investigation was being carried out.

“That statement is false and irresponsible. It creates a negative perception of the police.

“It is important to understand that the country’s laws grant different investigative powers to various enforcement agencies.

“Therefore, offences under specific legislation must be investigated by the designated enforcement agency for appropriate action to be taken,” he said.