KUALA LUMPUR: The police will work with religious authorities and other agencies in a bid to ensure Global Ikhwan Services and Business Holdings (GISB) does not restart its operations again.
Federal Criminal Investigation Department director Datuk Seri Mohd Shuhaily Mohd Zain said the police would put forward its recommendations to the government after discussions with religious authorities and other agencies.
He said the discussions would not be limited to the group's doctrine.
"We are also considering the socio-cultural and socio-economy involved as they have their own way of life.
"We will prepare recommendations for the government to consider with the cooperation of the Health Ministry, Welfare Department and Islamic Development Department as we need to have a holistic approach in dealing with this issue," he told reporters today.
To date police have opened various investigations into the company including organised crime, forced labour and sexual offences against children.
It had been reported that the business practices of the company were influenced by the teachings of a version of Aurad Muhammadiyah, which the group continues to practise.
Members were excessively devoted ("taksub") and idolised the company's leadership to the extent of distorting the true teachings of Islam.
Investigations revealed that followers were indoctrinated to fully embrace the way of life promoted by the company.
This level of devotion poses a threat to both national security and the welfare of the followers, who are entirely dependent on their leaders.
GISB has been at the centre of police investigations since Sept 11, when raids on 20 of its allegedly operated welfare homes led to the rescue of 402 children.
Further medical screenings revealed that many of these children suffered physical and emotional abuse, with 13 reportedly being sodomised.
GISB has denied any involvement in child exploitation or sexual abuse.