Malaysian Authorities Investigate GISB for Child Abuse, Freeze Nearly 100 Bank Accounts

King Sultan Ibrahim orders a thorough probe as police rescue over 400 children and arrest 171 suspects linked to the Muslim conglomerate.

Malaysian police conducted raids on 20 care homes linked to Global Ikhwan Services and Business (GISB), rescuing 402 children allegedly subjected to abuse.
Authorities have frozen 96 bank accounts associated with GISB, totaling over RM580,000 (US$135,000), and seized eight vehicles.
The investigation has led to the arrest of 171 individuals, including caretakers and religious teachers, with further actions pending from the Attorney General's Chambers.
King Sultan Ibrahim emphasized the need for a thorough investigation and cautioned against extreme statements on religious issues.
GISB's executive chairman acknowledged some misconduct but downplayed the extent of the abuse allegations, while police continue to gather evidence from hundreds of witnesses and victims.