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Daily Express
27-04-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
RM1.3 million smuggled goods seized so far in Sandakan
Published on: Sunday, April 27, 2025 Published on: Sun, Apr 27, 2025 By: Winnie Kasmir Text Size: Azdy added that the Ministry will continue enhancing the efficiency of its enforcement operations and strengthening strategic cooperation with other agencies. SANDAKAN: The Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry branch here recorded 15 cases of misappropriation involving controlled goods. The seizures, valued at RM1,302,073.20, were recorded between January 1 and April 25 and are currently under investigation and prosecution. Its Chief Enforcement Officer Azdy Zukkry John said the items involved include liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), subsidised cooking oil, wheat flour, sugar, RON95 petrol and diesel, believed to have been smuggled to neighbouring countries. 'We are intensifying our monitoring efforts to curb leakages of controlled goods in Sandakan waters through several upcoming integrated operations aimed at stamping out such offences in the district. 'KPDN Sandakan continues to work closely with other enforcement agencies, including the police, the Sandakan Marine Police Force and the General Operations Force,' he said, Saturday. Commenting on a recent integrated operation, Azdy said nine KPDN Sandakan enforcement personnel joined forces with the district marine police for a joint effort. 'The operation, which ran from 9pm to 2.30am, focused on inspections across Sandakan waters using marine police assets. 'We carried out checks in key areas, including the waters of Sungai Seguntor, the Tanah Merah coastline near Kampung Bokara and several private jetties around Sandakan. 'Inspections of boats and vessels revealed no activities in breach of the Control of Supplies Act 1961,' he added. Under the Control of Supplies Act 1961 (Act 122), individuals found guilty may be fined up to RM1 million, imprisoned for up to three years, or both. 'For second or subsequent offences, the penalty increases to a fine not exceeding RM3 million, imprisonment for up to five years, or both. 'In the case of companies, those found guilty may face a fine of up to RM2 million, while repeat offences could result in fines of up to RM5 million,' he said. Azdy added that the Ministry will continue enhancing the efficiency of its enforcement operations and strengthening strategic cooperation with other agencies. 'KPDN Sandakan also welcomes any information or complaints related to trader misconduct. 'Consumers can act as the eyes and ears of the Ministry by channelling complete complaint details through our official reporting platforms,' he said. Complaints can be submitted via WhatsApp at 019-848 8000, through the complaint portal at eAduan KPDN, by calling the hotline at 1-800-886-800, or by email at [email protected]. The public can also use the Ez ADU KPDN app, contact the Enforcement Command Centre at 03-8882 6088 / 6245, or submit official letters to their nearest KPDN office. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
The Star
26-04-2025
- Business
- The Star
Domestic Trade Ministry's Sandakan branch records 15 cases of misappropriation
Sandakan Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry chief enforcement officer, Azdy Zukkry John. KOTA KINABALU: In the first four months of this year, the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry's Sandakan branch recorded 15 cases of misappropriation involving controlled goods. The seizures, valued at RM1,302,073.20, were recorded between January 1 and April 25 and are currently under investigation and prosecution. Chief enforcement officer Azdy Zukkry John said the items involved include liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), subsidised cooking oil, wheat flour, sugar, RON95 petrol, and diesel, believed to have been smuggled to neighbouring countries. 'We are intensifying our monitoring efforts to curb leakages of controlled goods in Sandakan waters through several upcoming Integrated Operations aimed at stamping out such offences in the district. 'KPDN Sandakan continues to work closely with other enforcement agencies, including the police, the Sandakan Marine Police Force, and the General Operations Force,' he said in a statement on Saturday (April 26). Commenting on a recent integrated operation, Azdy said nine KPDN Sandakan enforcement personnel joined forces with the district marine police for a joint effort. 'The operation, which ran from 9pm to 2.30am, focused on inspections across Sandakan waters using marine police assets. 'We carried out checks in key areas, including the waters of Sungai Seguntor, the Tanah Merah coastline near Kampung Bokara, and several private jetties around Sandakan. 'Inspections of boats and vessels revealed no activities in breach of the Control of Supplies Act 1961,' he added. Under the Control of Supplies Act 1961 (Act 122), individuals found guilty may be fined up to RM1mil, imprisoned for up to three years, or both. 'For second or subsequent offences, the penalty increases to a fine not exceeding RM3mil, imprisonment for up to five years, or both. 'In the case of companies, those found guilty may face a fine of up to RM2mil, while repeat offences could result in fines of up to RM5mil,' he said. Azdy added that the ministry will continue enhancing the efficiency of its enforcement operations and strengthening strategic cooperation with other agencies. 'KPDN Sandakan also welcomes any information or complaints related to trader misconduct. 'Consumers can act as the eyes and ears of the ministry by channelling complete complaint details through our official reporting platforms,' he said. Complaints can be submitted via WhatsApp at 019-848 8000, through the complaint portal at eAduan KPDN, by calling the hotline at 1-800-886-800, or by email at eaduan@ The public can also use the Ez ADU KPDN app, contact the Enforcement Command Centre at 03-8882 6088 / 6245, or submit official letters to their nearest KPDN office.
Borneo Post
25-04-2025
- Borneo Post
Authorities strengthen anti-smuggling ops in Sandakan waters
KPDN and marine police personnel checking a boat during the Ops Bersepadu operation in Sandakan waters. SANDAKAN (April 25): The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Costs of Living (KPDN) Sandakan Branch, in collaboration with the Sandakan Marine Operation Force (MOF), continues to intensify monitoring efforts to curb the leakage of controlled goods in Sandakan waters. KPDN Sandakan Chief Enforcement Officer Azdy Zukkry John said that the joint operation, known as Ops Bersepadu, aims to combat the smuggling of controlled items such as cooking oil, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), diesel and petrol. An operation was conducted on Thursday night in areas including Sungai Seguntor, Tanah Merah near Kampung Bokara, and several private jetties. The operation, which began at 9pm and ended at 2.30am today, involved thorough inspections of boats and ships. However, no offences under the Supply Control Act 1961 were detected. Under the Supply Control Act 1961 (Act 122), individuals found guilty of smuggling controlled goods can face a fine of up to RM1 million, imprisonment of up to three years, or both. Repeat offenders may face fines of up to RM3 million or imprisonment of up to five years. Companies may be fined up to RM2 million for a first offence, and up to RM5 million for subsequent offences. Azdy reported that between January 1 and April 25 this year, KPDN Sandakan investigated and charged 15 smuggling cases, with seized goods valued at RM1,302,073.20. Most seizures were made by enforcement agencies such as the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM), particularly the MOF, and the General Operations Force (GOF). 'The close cooperation with these agencies has greatly supported our efforts to combat smuggling attempts involving subsidized controlled goods like LPG, cooking oil, wheat flour, sugar, RON95 petrol, and diesel,' Azdy said. He added that KPDN Sandakan will continue to enhance strategic partnerships with other enforcement bodies, especially in coastal and border areas, to stop smuggling activities. KPDN Sandakan also welcomes public complaints and information related to trader misconduct. Reports can be submitted via WhatsApp at 019-848 8000, the Call Centre at 1-800-886-800, or online at
