IPOH – The security and system of the Langkap Immigration Detention Depot will be tightened as a precautionary measure following the breakout by Rohingya refugees from the Sg Bakap temporary immigration depot near Bandar Baharu, Kedah this morning.
Perak Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad said proactive measures need to be carried out to ensure such an incident does not recur and the escapees do not enter the state.
“Even though the matter is not under the purview of the state government, it is hoped the parties concerned will take the necessary measures as what had happened in Kedah may happen in our state.
“As we are aware, they (Rohingya refugees) are very creative in finding ways to escape. The authorities should be careful and cannot afford to be complacent after the incident.
“The detainees are aware of the schedule of depot officers for their plans,” he said.
It was reported that 528 refugees escaped from the depot holding 664 detainees, with 357 recaptured. Six were killed crossing KM168 of the North-South Expressway southbound, near Jawi. – Bernama, April 10, 2022
