5th June, 2012
TAWAU: An attempt by 26 illegal immigrants to enter the country was foiled after their boat ran aground while being chased by authorities in the waters off Pulau Sisipan, near here Saturday.
District Malaysia Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) chief Capt Wan Mohd Affandi Wan Ahmad said yesterday the illegals caught comprised 20 men, four women and two children aged between six and 62 years.
Recounting the incident, he said the vessel was spotted by a Sabah parks patrol team, which immediately informed the MMEA.
“A chase ensued between the Sabah parks vessel and the unidentified boat,” he said.
The boat believed to be sailing from Bongao, Philippines ran aground, with the skipper trying to free the vessel.
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