Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Ismail Omar said these suspects were picked up from all over Sabah and not just within the confines of the Sabah Security Area covering Kudat, Tawau,Kunak, Sandakan and here.
He said they were believed to be collaborating with the terrorists and detained for investigation under the Security Offences (Special Measures) Act 2012
He, however, declined to reveal further detail for fear of jeorpadising investigations.