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Daily Express
09-08-2025
- Daily Express
Lahad Datu power thefts
Published on: Saturday, August 09, 2025 Published on: Sat, Aug 09, 2025 Text Size: Sabah Electricity also expressed its appreciation to the police and all parties involved in the operation, which aims to tackle one of the key factors contributing to electricity supply issues in the state. LAHAD DATU: Sabah Electricity has detected 10 houses and 70 premises involved in illegal electricity connections and meter tampering during a three-day enforcement operation, codenamed 'Op Martabat', conducted around Lahad Datu. In a statement, Sabah Electricity said that the joint operation with the Royal Malaysia Police found that 100 houses were involved in illegal electricity connections, while 70 premises were found to have tampered with meter installations. Advertisement 'During Op Martabat in Lahad Datu, the estimated revenue loss due to illegal electricity use was approximately RM273,000 per month. These illegal activities not only endanger lives but also result in significant financial losses to the country and disrupt electricity supply to legitimate consumers. Sabah Electricity also expressed its appreciation to the police and all parties involved in the operation, which aims to tackle one of the key factors contributing to electricity supply issues in the state. It added that Op Martabat will continue until Aug 30, and targets a reduction in the system loss rate in Lahad Datu from 17.17 per cent to 15 per cent. The public is also urged to report any suspicious activities related to electricity supply by contacting the Sabah Electricity hotline at 15444 or via the mySESB mobile application. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * 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
Borneo Post
08-08-2025
- Borneo Post
170 premises steal electricity in Lahad Datu
LAHAD DATU (Aug 8): Sabah Electricity has detected 10 houses and 70 premises involved in illegal electricity connections and meter tampering during a three-day enforcement operation, codenamed 'Op Martabat', conducted around Lahad Datu. In a statement, Sabah Electricity said that the joint operation with the Royal Malaysia Police found that 100 houses were involved in illegal electricity connections, while 70 premises were found to have tampered with meter installations. 'During Op Martabat in Lahad Datu, the estimated revenue loss due to illegal electricity use was approximately RM273,000 per month. These illegal activities not only endanger lives but also result in significant financial losses to the country and disrupt electricity supply to legitimate consumers. Sabah Electricity also expressed its appreciation to the police and all parties involved in the operation, which aims to tackle one of the key factors contributing to electricity supply issues in the state. It added that Op Martabat will continue until Aug 30, and targets a reduction in the system loss rate in Lahad Datu from 17.17 per cent to 15 per cent. The public is also urged to report any suspicious activities related to electricity supply by contacting the Sabah Electricity hotline at 15444 or via the mySESB mobile application.
The Sun
08-08-2025
- The Sun
Power theft crackdown in Lahad Datu uncovers 170 illegal connections
LAHAD DATU: Sabah Electricity uncovered 170 premises engaged in illegal electricity connections and meter tampering during a three-day enforcement operation. The operation, codenamed Op Martabat, was conducted jointly with the Royal Malaysia Police in Lahad Datu. Authorities found 100 houses with illegal connections and 70 premises with tampered meter installations. Sabah Electricity stated that the estimated monthly revenue loss due to power theft amounts to RM273,000. These illegal activities not only pose safety risks but also cause financial losses and disrupt supply for legitimate consumers. The utility company thanked the police and other agencies for their cooperation in the operation. Op Martabat aims to address key factors behind electricity supply issues in Sabah. The enforcement drive will continue until August 30, targeting a reduction in system loss rates. Sabah Electricity seeks to lower the system loss rate in Lahad Datu from 17.17 per cent to 15 per cent. Residents are encouraged to report suspicious activities via the Sabah Electricity hotline at 15444 or the mySESB app. - Bernama
Barnama
08-08-2025
- Barnama
170 Premises Involved In Power Theft In Lahad Datu
LAHAD DATU, Aug 8 (Bernama) -- Sabah Electricity has detected 10 houses and 70 premises involved in illegal electricity connections and meter tampering during a three-day enforcement operation, codenamed 'Op Martabat', conducted around Lahad Datu. In a statement, Sabah Electricity said that the joint operation with the Royal Malaysia Police found that 100 houses were involved in illegal electricity connections, while 70 premises were found to have tampered with meter installations. 'During Op Martabat in Lahad Datu, the estimated revenue loss due to illegal electricity use was approximately RM273,000 per month. These illegal activities not only endanger lives but also result in significant financial losses to the country and disrupt electricity supply to legitimate consumers.
