AN MCA leader has called for an investigation into an alleged illegal immigrant settlement in Segambut following claims that the area has remained despite repeated complaints and enforcement notices issued over the years.
MCA Selangor State Liaison Committee Chairman Datuk Lawrence Low said the allegations, recently raised by Batu UMNO Division Chief Datuk Seri Gulam Muszaffar, warranted immediate attention from the relevant authorities.
According to Low, a video shared on Gulam’s Facebook page purportedly shows several structures within the settlement bearing eviction notices issued by Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) approximately a decade ago.
He said residents had allegedly lodged multiple complaints with enforcement agencies and raised the matter with the Segambut Member of Parliament’s office, but claimed the settlement remained in place.
“If the allegations are accurate, the public deserves to know why the settlement has continued to exist despite previous enforcement action and complaints,” Low said in a statement.
He urged Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) and Segambut MP Hannah Yeoh to visit the site together with DBKL and the Immigration Department to assess the situation and determine whether enforcement action is required.
Low also called for an inquiry into the handling of the matter, particularly if authorities had been aware of the settlement’s existence for an extended period.
“There should be transparency regarding what action has been taken and whether there were any administrative shortcomings that contributed to the situation remaining unresolved,” he said.
He added that if evidence of misconduct, abuse of power or corruption emerged, the matter should be referred to the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) for further investigation.
Low pointed out that local residents had a right to receive clear explanations from the relevant authorities and elected representatives regarding issues affecting their communities.
“The concerns raised by residents should be addressed openly and transparently. Public confidence depends on accountability and effective enforcement,” he stated. ‒ June 12, 2026
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