PUTRAJAYA, April 12 -- The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) arrested 617 individuals and seized goods valued at RM4.6 million during Ops Khas Pagar Laut 1/2026 conducted from Feb 27 to April 10.

Its director-general Admiral Datuk Mohd Rosli Abdullah said that during the period, a total of 142 arrests were recorded, reflecting the agency's continued commitment to curbing maritime cross-border crime.

Of those arrested, he said Indonesians topped the list with 210 individuals, followed by 84 from Myanmar, indicating that the nation's sea routes continue to be a key target for illegal entry.

Mohd Rosli said the highest number of cases involved offences under the Fisheries Act 1985 at 68, followed by 39 cases under the Merchant ...