Police say the dead were found in the Fonda nightclub, one of three adjoining clubs, which had sustained the majority of fire damage, including the collapse of its roof.

Pasir Bedamar assemblyman Terence Naidu nevertheless says he is ready to be suspended so that his party will not be dragged into the matter.

Pasir Bedamar rep Terence Naidu says the report quoting him as denying involvement in the raid is fake.

He was one of 48 patrons arrested at the nightclub in Prai last night.