1-9-2024 (KUALA LUMPUR) In a series of raids that have sent shockwaves through Malaysia’s underground sex scene, authorities have apprehended 36 individuals, including the alleged Singaporean ringleader of a sprawling “swingers” syndicate. The group, which boasted a staggering 147,000 subscribers, orchestrated partner-swapping and group sex events across the Klang Valley.
The syndicate, which had been operating since early 2024, utilised an online platform to coordinate its activities. Subscribers, who paid RM388 for membership, were offered the opportunity to participate in group sex gatherings held in various condominiums throughout the region.
Following extensive surveillance and intelligence gathering, the Royal Malaysia Police’s Criminal Investigation Department (CID), in collaboration with other agencies including the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission, executed their first raid on 25 August at approximately 8:30 pm. The operation targeted a condominium in the upscale Mont Kiara area.
Deputy Commissioner Fadil Marsus, deputy director of the CID, revealed that the initial raid resulted in the detention of 34 individuals – 18 men and 16 women. “The group included a diverse array of participants, from university students and civil servants to foreign nationals from France, China, Nigeria, the Czech Republic, and the Philippines,” he stated. Notably, the youngest person arrested was a 19-year-old woman, who allegedly served as a co-host for the syndicate’s events.
Subsequent investigations led authorities to a second location in Puchong, where they apprehended the alleged masterminds – a Singaporean national and a Malaysian citizen. During the raids, police seized various items including sex paraphernalia, mobile phones, computers, and cash.
At a press conference held on 30 August at the CID headquarters, Mr Fadil elaborated on the syndicate’s operations. “The two ringleaders were responsible for collecting subscription fees and administering the online platform that promoted their services,” he explained. In addition to the initial membership fee, clients were charged RM400 per event, with an extra RM350 if they brought a partner.
The syndicate employed a rigorous vetting process for potential members, including video interviews. “Once accepted, subscribers would be notified of upcoming events just 24 hours in advance,” Mr Fadil noted. “The organisers would arrange a meet-and-greet session before each gathering, with the actual group activities taking place across three rooms under strict guidelines set by the syndicate.”
To evade detection, the syndicate regularly changed event locations, utilising different condominiums throughout the Klang Valley. Some attendees had reportedly participated in at least five such gatherings.
Beyond organising physical meet-ups, the syndicate also engaged in the distribution of pornographic content through its website.
Mr Fadil emphasised that the investigation is ongoing, with authorities believing that similar online platforms may exist. “We are committed to tracking down and apprehending those involved in such activities,” he affirmed. “We urge the public to cooperate with law enforcement to curb these vice activities. Our future operations will be based on both our intelligence gathering and information provided by concerned citizens.”
