MACC Busts Tobacco Smuggling Syndicate Behind RM250 Mln Losses
Sources said the raids targeted business premises and company owners involved in the tobacco, cigar and liquor supply trade.
The illegal activities are believed to have caused the government losses of more than RM250 million in tax revenue between 2020 and 2024.
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