Bukit Aman commercial crime investigation department acting director Hasbullah Ali said the task force would ensure every complaint related to stranded haj pilgrims is handled efficiently and effectively.

He said the task force would begin operations at 8am on May 30 and operate around the clock.

Hasbullah said the task force operations centre would be located at the One Stop Centre Meeting Room, Level 2, Block B Parking, Main Terminal, KLIA.

“This special team will coordinate investigations, manage documentation, and take legal action against individuals or company owners suspected of involvement in fraudulent haj offers,” he said in a statement today.

He added that the police, tourism, arts and culture ministry and TH each had their own jurisdictions and legal authority in addressing various types of haj-related fraud and any action taken would be based on existing laws.

As a preventive measure, he advised prospective pilgrims to thoroughly check the haj packages offered and ensure the companies involved were registered with TH to avoid falling victim to fraud.