Umrah package firm, director charged for failing to repay RM232,000 to clients
Published on: Tue, Jul 15, 2025
By: Jo Ann Mool Text Size: Zulkarnain KOTA KINABALU: Emraz Travel & Tours Sdn Bhd and its director, Datuk Zulkarnain Endut, were charged with six counts of failing to comply with Consumer Claims Tribunal orders to repay RM232,536.80 to six individuals for Umrah packages. Zulkarnain, 44, pleaded not guilty in the Magistrates' Court and faces charges under Section 117(1) of the Consumer Protection Act 1999, which carries up to RM10,000 fine, two years' jail, or both.
Advertisement The offences occurred between July 2023 and January 2024. Bail was set at RM1,000 per charge with a local surety, and the accused must report monthly to the ministry in Putrajaya. Case management is set for Sept 23. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available.
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