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Couple detained at Johor-Singapore border with undeclared cash haul
Malaysian authorities have detained a couple at the Sultan Iskandar Building checkpoint after discovering nearly RM2 million in ringgit and Singapore dollars in their vehicle. The discovery has triggered investigations into the source and intended use of the funds.
LSN Malaysia ·
Border enforcement officers uncovered RM1,971,697 and S$300,000 (approximately RM900,000) in cash during a routine inspection of an MPV at the Sultan Iskandar Building checkpoint in Johor, according to border agency officials. The discovery brought the total undeclared currency to approximately RM2.87 million. The couple, who were heading towards Singapore at the time of the interception, have been detained for further questioning. Preliminary investigations are underway to establish the source of the funds and determine whether any currency regulations or anti-money laundering laws have been breached. The case underscores ongoing efforts by Malaysian border authorities to combat illicit financial flows and enforce compliance with currency declaration requirements. Officials have not yet disclosed the identities of the detained individuals or provided additional details regarding their intended destination in Singapore.