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The Star
2 days ago
- The Star
Foreigners nabbed for decanting subsidised LPG
Major haul: Mohd Hazimin (left) inspecting a LPG cylinder seized on site in Malim Jaya. — Bernama JOHOR BARU: Enforcement officers from the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry (KPDN) have uncovered an illegal liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) storage facility at a warehouse in Ulu Tiram here. Johor KPDN director Lilis Saslinda Pornomo said the operation which was jointly carried out by enforcement teams from KPDN Putrajaya and Johor, led to the seizure of 1,357 LPG cylinders worth an estimated RM280,000. She added that five foreign men, aged between 30s and 40s, believed to be workers, were also arrested during the raid, which was held on Monday (July 28). 'We believe the suspects were involved in illegal LPG decanting activities. A tanker believed to be filled with LPG was also found on-site, along with equipment used to siphon gas from domestic cylinders into the vehicle,' she told a press conference at the scene here on Monday. She also added that the illegal activity was carried out without proper safety measures, posing serious risks to both the workers and nearby residents. 'Initial investigations indicate that subsidised LPG, which is meant for household use, was being misappropriated and sold through unauthorised means,' she said adding that the case was being investigated under the Supply Control Act 1961. Lilis Saslinda said the offence carries a fine of up to RM1mil, imprisonment for up to three years, or both upon conviction. In MELAKA, Bernama reported that three Myanmar nationals were nabbed for misappropriating subsidised LPG worth RM40,000 in a raid under Ops Gasak in Malim Jaya here, said the ministry's state director Dr Mohd Hazimin Jamaludin. The suspects, aged from 23 to 24, were detained in the 7pm raid on Monday while transferring subsidised LPG into 50kg industrial cylinders using illegal connector hoses. The enforcement team seized 107 units of 14kg subsidised LPG, 59 units of 50kg cylinders, and 20 rubber hoses.
New Straits Times
2 days ago
- New Straits Times
Ministry busts factory siphoning subsidised gas for industrial use in Melaka
MELAKA: A factory in Malim Jaya, which had only recently begun operations, was raided by the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry for allegedly siphoning subsidised liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) for industrial use. Acting on three weeks of intelligence, enforcement officers swooped in around 7pm yesterday under Op Gasak 2025, seizing equipment and gas cylinders worth an estimated RM40,000. Melaka Domestic Trade director Dr Mohd Hazimin Jamaludin said three Myanmar nationals, aged between 23 and 24, were caught red-handed during the raid. "They were seen transferring subsidised 14kg LPG into 50kg industrial cylinders using modified hoses without authorisation," he said at a press conference today. He added that the gas siphoning operation lacked basic safety measures and was carried out covertly at night. "The factory appeared abandoned and had no signs of being a registered business. "Everything was sealed off from the outside. Had anything gone wrong, it could have triggered a massive explosion due to the number of gas cylinders inside. "They used a dangerous homemade method — heating the 14kg cylinders with kettles filled with hot water and cooling the 50kg ones to speed up the siphoning," he said. Officers seized 104 units of 14kg LPG cylinders, 41 units of 50kg cylinders (including one unbranded tank), and 20 rubber hoses. Zinc sheets used to conceal the activities were also found. The case is being investigated under the Supply Control Act 1961, which carries a fine of up to RM1 million, three years' jail, or both for individuals, and up to RM2 million in fines for companies.
Daily Express
18-07-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Sabah Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living seizes 16,160 litres of diesel in Penampang raid
Published on: Friday, July 18, 2025 Published on: Fri, Jul 18, 2025 Text Size: Sabah KPDN officers tagging the oil drums during the raid. PENAMPANG: The Sabah Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) busted an operation involved in the misappropriation of subsidised diesel in a raid on a premises in Kampung Sindaanan, Kobusak, Penampang. The 6.53pm raid on Tuesday (July 15) led to the seizure of 16,180 litres of diesel, an Isuzu Trooper and various related equipment, with the total seizure value of RM53,527. Advertisement A local in his 30s, believed responsible for the operation, was detained to assist with investigations under the Supply Control Act 1961. Initial investigation revealed that the premises did not have a valid licence or authorisation to store controlled goods. The bust followed a week-long surveillance and tip-offs from the public, said KPDN Sabah in a statement. The case is being investigated under Section 21 of the Supply Control Act 1961, Regulation 3(1) of the Supply Control Regulations 1974 for trading controlled items without a licence and Section 20(1) of the same Act for storing such goods at an unauthorised location. Under the Act, individuals found guilty can face a fine of up to RM1 million, imprisonment of up to three years, or both, with heavier penalties for repeat offenders. Companies, if convicted, face fines of up to RM2 million and up to RM5 million for subsequent offences. KPDN reminded petrol station operators not to sell RON95 petrol or subsidised diesel to unlicensed buyers, warning that any retailer caught flouting the regulations will face enforcement under Regulation 21(1) and Regulation 12A of the Supply Control Regulations 1974. The Ministry stressed that it would continue regular inspections and enforcement throughout Sabah to prevent abuse of subsidised fuel, which causes significant losses to the Government and the public. From Jan 1 to July 16, KPDN Sabah has taken enforcement action in 1,179 cases, with total seizures amounting to RM22.2 million and RM276,250 in compounds issued. In the same period, 1,112 consumer complaints were received, with 92.7 pc (1,031) resolved and 7.3 pc (81) still under investigation. The Ministry also conducted 82,322 premise inspections, 62,307 in urban areas and 19,244 in rural locations. The public is urged to continue acting as the Government's eyes and ears by reporting any suspected misuse of subsidised goods, ensuring these abuses are stamped out completely. * 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
The Star
15-07-2025
- Business
- The Star
Illegal fertiliser repackaging op raking in RM400,000 monthly profits busted in Melaka
MELAKA: A company raking in monthly profits of up to RM400,000 has been exposed for running an illegal fertiliser repackaging operation from three rented bungalows in an upscale residential neighbourhood in Ayer Keroh here. The illicit activity came to light following a raid by the Melaka Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry (KPDN) under Ops Samar 5.0. Melaka KPDN director Dr Mohd Hazimin Jamaludin said the operation was uncovered after a week of public tip-offs and surveillance. "The bungalows were operating like small-scale factories, repackaging fertiliser purchased from other sources into smaller packets. "Two of the homes were also used as business offices and TikTok livestream studios for online sales,' he said on Tuesday (July 15). Dr Mohd Hazimin said the company was found to have violated two major regulations, the Supply Control Act 1961 and the Weights and Measures Act 1972. 'They've been operating for about a year without any official approval from KPDN's Supply Controller to deal in controlled items like fertiliser. "The company also lacked local council approval, retail and wholesale licences,' he said. Dr Mohd Hazimin said that under the Weights and Measures Act, the company was using uncertified weighing tools, raising concerns about inaccurate measurements for products sold through TikTok. He said his team discovered 4,165kg of fertiliser worth RM6,789 ready for repackaging and distribution nationwide during the raid. "The business model allowed the company to generate estimated monthly profits of RM400,000 with the help of 15 employees. Dr Mohd Hazimin noted that the company's decision to operate in a high-end residential area, rather than an industrial zone, was likely a strategic move to avoid detection. 'This is the first case of its kind in the state and possibly in the country. "It was also difficult for our enforcement team to even enter the area due to tight security to these homes are occupied by high-profile and elite individuals,' he added.
The Star
12-07-2025
- The Star
17,000 litres of diesel seized in Tawau smuggling attempt
Marine Police inspect the tanker as the suspect looks on. KOTA KINABALU: The Marine Police (PPM) foiled a smuggling attempt involving 17,000 litres of subsidised diesel during a special operation in Felda Umas, Tawau, late on Friday (July 11) night. Acting on a public tip-off, the PPM Region 4 team intercepted a tanker lorry at around 10.40pm and discovered diesel stored in the vehicle's main tank. PPM Region 4 Sabah commander ACP Mohd Nazri Ibrahim said the 28-year-old local driver failed to produce any authorisation documents from the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry (KPDN). The tanker lorry used in the diesel smuggling attempt in Felda Umas, Tawau. 'A total of 17,000 litres of diesel and the tanker lorry were seized, with the overall value estimated at RM296,550,' he said in a statement on Saturday (July 12). The suspect was detained to assist in investigations under the Supply Control Act 1961. All items seized have been handed over to KPDN for further action. Nazri said the PPM remains committed to cracking down on fuel smuggling activities, which threaten national security and public welfare.
