Kuala Lumpur: Business activities involving Global Ikhwan Services and Business Holdings are believed to have come to a halt following a series of large-scale police raids this month, Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Razarudin Husain said.
He said nearly all GISBH-related premises across the country are no longer in operation. He said there had been a significant decline in public trust towards GISBH, following revelations from authorities and disclosures by a social media account alleging the organisation is involved in cult activities.
Razarudin said the police are currently focusing on tracking down financial transactions and assets linked to GISBH through investigations involving detained individuals and intelligence gathered, he said.
As part of the investigations, the police froze 138 bank accounts belonging to GISBH, seized over RM800,000 in funds, a total of 22 vehicles valued at about RM1.87 million and 14 properties, severely affecting the company’s operations.
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He said this includes the need for the 542 children currently placed in temporary shelters to get access to welfare services, counselling, spiritual guidance and education until the investigations conclude.
Anwar also called upon GISBH members and supporters, both in Malaysia and abroad, who are not under investigation, to reach out to authorities to resolve any issues they may face. The police are also urging former GISBH members and their victims to come forward with information to assist in the ongoing investigation.
In Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah has reiterated his deep concern about the alleged abuse and neglect of children associated with GISBH, questioning the organisation’s understanding of the rights of children that must be upheld and respected.
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