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Daily Express
2 days ago
- Daily Express
Diesel fraud ring busted, over 16,000 litres seized
Published on: Saturday, August 09, 2025 Published on: Sat, Aug 09, 2025 Text Size: Peter urged petrol station operators to avoid selling subsidised fuel to unauthorised buyers, warning of enforcement under Regulation 12A. Kota Kinabalu: The Sabah Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) busted a diesel fraud operation in a raid at an unregistered premises in Jalan Bunga Raya, Kepayan, Thursday morning. The operation, Ops Tiris, carried out by five enforcement officers, seized approximately 16,180 litres of subsidised diesel, a Toyota Land Cruiser 4x4 vehicle and various equipment, with an estimated value of RM34,650. Advertisement A local man in his 20s, believed responsible for the illegal activities, was arrested to assist in investigations under the Supply Control Act 1961. Head of Enforcement, Peter J. Berinus Agang said the operation followed a two-week investigation based on public tip-off and surveillance. 'Initial findings revealed that the premises lacked a valid licence and the necessary approval to store controlled goods. 'The operation highlights the importance of continuous vigilance against the illegal diversion of subsidised goods, depriving the public and the nation of valuable resources,' he said in a statement. Advertisement The case is being investigated under Section 20(1) of the Supply Control Act 1961 and Regulation 3(1) of the Supply Control Regulations 1974 for possessing controlled goods without proper authorisation. Individuals convicted under the Act face fines up to RM1 million or three years' jail, with harsher penalties for repeat offenders. Companies risk fines up to RM5 million. Peter urged petrol station operators to avoid selling subsidised fuel to unauthorised buyers, warning of enforcement under Regulation 12A. He also called on the public to report suspicious activities to help combat fuel fraud. * 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
Barnama
16-07-2025
- Barnama
Ops Tiris: Pahang KPDN Seizes 17,000 Litres Of Diesel Stored Without Permit
KUANTAN, July 16 (Bernama) -- The Pahang Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) seized a skid tank and 17,000 litres of diesel estimated to be worth more than RM53,000 on suspicion of being stored without a permit at a location in Indera Mahkota 8, here today. Pahang KPDN chief enforcement officer Mohd Hafiz Ramli said six enforcement officers were involved in Ops Tiris which began at 9.30 am following intelligence conducted by his party for a month regarding the activity. "Based on the documents submitted, this premise does not have a permit to store diesel at the location, thus raising suspicions of a violation of the law," he told reporters at the location of the seizure here today.
The Sun
16-07-2025
- The Sun
Pahang KPDN seizes 17,000 litres of diesel in Ops Tiris
KUANTAN: The Pahang Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) has seized 17,000 litres of diesel and a skid tank worth over RM53,000 in an operation targeting illegal diesel storage in Indera Mahkota 8. The raid, conducted under Ops Tiris, also led to the arrest of six foreign workers suspected of transporting the fuel to telecommunications towers. Pahang KPDN chief enforcement officer Mohd Hafiz Ramli stated that the operation followed a month-long intelligence operation. 'Based on the documents submitted, this premise does not have a permit to store diesel at the location, thus raising suspicions of a violation of the law,' he said. Six foreign nationals, including four Bangladeshis and two Myanmar citizens aged between 20 and 29, were detained. Investigations revealed they had been operating in the area for over a year, supplying diesel to 33 telecommunications towers for generator use. Authorities also confiscated two four-wheel drive vehicles loaded with diesel drums, valued at RM140,000, along with related documents. The case is being investigated under Regulation 21(1) of the Control of Supplies Regulations 1974 and Section 20(1) of the Control of Supplies Act 1961. - Bernama
New Straits Times
25-06-2025
- New Straits Times
Maritime authorities foil bid to smuggle 7 tonnes of rice in Tawau
TAWAU: The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) foiled a smuggling bid involving about seven tonnes of rice and other controlled items when a cargo boat was intercepted in local waters early yesterday morning. The boat was detected during Ops Pluto Timur, Ops Sejahtera, and Ops Tiris about 0.75 nautical miles south of Kuala Sungai Tawau, as it travelled from Batu Tiga towards Pulau Sebatik at 4.20am. Tawau Maritime Zone director, Captain Maritim Ariffin Ghazali, said initial checks revealed the vessel was operated by a 20-year-old Sabahan in possession of questionable identification documents. Also onboard was a 25-year-old Indonesian man holding a passport but without a valid work permit. "Preliminary investigations found the boat operator failed to produce permits for transporting controlled goods or customs declaration documents for the cargo intended for Pulau Sebatik," he said in a statement today. Further inspection uncovered 700 sacks of rice weighing a total of 7,000kg and 30 boxes of cooking oil packets weighing 510kg stored in the cargo hold. Ariffin said the total value of the seized items, including the boat and engine, was about RM300,000. Authorities believe the goods were intended for sale in a neighbouring country. Both suspects have been detained for further investigation under the Supply Control Act 1961, Control of Padi and Rice Act 1994, Customs Act 1967, Immigration Act 1959/63, and the Sabah Ports and Harbours Department Enactment 2002. "Investigations are also looking into possible cross-border smuggling activities, following the circulation of several viral video clips showing Malaysian goods being seized by foreign enforcement agencies," he added.
Daily Express
22-06-2025
- Daily Express
RM332,440 Tawau smuggled goods seizure
Published on: Sunday, June 22, 2025 Published on: Sun, Jun 22, 2025 By: Lagatha Toyos Text Size: Enforcement officers inspecting and seizing controlled goods during Ops Tiris in Tawau. TAWAU: Three locals suspected of attempting to misappropriate controlled goods were arrested during Ops Tiris raids at two separate locations with total seizures valued at RM332,440. Eastern Sabah Security Command (Esscom) Commander, DCP Datuk Victor Sanjos, said the suspects were aged between 31 and 37. He said the operation was conducted by Esscom's Security Division in strategic collaboration with the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) and the Royal Malaysian Customs Department, aimed at combating cross-border criminal activities. In the first operation, three individuals were detained along with a large quantity of diesel stored in a modified four-wheel-drive vehicle equipped with a special tank. The vehicle also carried several barrels of diesel stored around a petrol station area along Jalan Apas. 'The raiding team also seized mobile phones, receipts and two four-wheel-drive vehicles believed used in the illegal activity,' he said. Advertisement The suspects were handed over to KPDN's Enforcement Division for investigation under the Control of Supplies Act 1961. Victor said in a second operation near the Batu 3 Jetty, Jalan Apas, the enforcement team detected a suspicious boat entering Malaysian waters from the Indonesian maritime border. However, the boat's skipper and several passengers jumped into the sea and fled after realising the presence of authorities. Upon inspection, authorities found a local woman passenger along with cargo, and it was determined that the boat was used for cross-border smuggling. The woman failed to provide any Customs declaration documents for the items onboard. 'The authorities seized the boat with its outboard engine, several food items and a suspicious lorry parked near the jetty,' he said. Further investigation of the woman is being carried out by the Royal Malaysian Customs Department under the Customs Act 1967. Victor said the aim of the operation was to curb the smuggling of controlled, subsidised, and untaxed goods, as well as to prevent the entry of illegal immigrants. He affirmed Esscom's commitment to fighting cross-border crime, especially in the Eastern Sabah Security Zone (ESSZone), in support of national development initiatives and the strengthening of the community's socio-economic wellbeing, grounded in compassion, security, confidence, and sustainability in line with the aspirations of the Malaysia Madani agenda. He also urged the public to channel any information related to security incidents in the ESSZone to the Esscom Operations Centre via 089-863181 or WhatsApp at 011-63311072. * 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
