Three security guards have each been ordered to pay RM5,000 in fines at the Butterworth Magistrate's Court after admitting to extorting a UNHCR cardholder. The incident occurred last month, prompting authorities to take swift action against the offenders.
The guards faced charges related to the unlawful extraction of money from the victim, who holds refugee documentation issued by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees. The court proceedings concluded with guilty pleas from all three defendants.
The penalties imposed reflect the seriousness with which Malaysian courts treat such criminal conduct. Extortion cases involving vulnerable populations, particularly UNHCR cardholders, underscore ongoing concerns about protective measures within the country.
