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Malay Mail
2 days ago
- Malay Mail
Selangor factory processing scrap metal and e-waste faces RM256,000 fine for multiple environmental offences
SHAH ALAM, July 4 — A factory involved in processing scrap metal and e-waste was fined RM256,000 by the Kuala Selangor Sessions Court yesterday for multiple offences under the Environmental Quality Act 1974. Selangor Department of Environment (DOE) director Wandi Yadzid Yaakob, in a statement, said the court also ordered that the company face 39 months' imprisonment if it fails to pay the fine. The company's director, who represented the firm as the accused, pleaded guilty to five charges under the Environmental Quality Act 1974 and one charge under the Environmental Quality (Clean Air) Regulations 2014. The charges were read before Judge Nurul Mardhiah Mohamed Redza. 'The sentence took into account the public interest, following submissions from both the prosecution and the company's mitigation plea. 'The DOE urged the court to impose a firm sentence to serve as a deterrent and ensure companies uphold environmental laws and safeguard ecological integrity,' said Wandi Yadzid. Wandi Yadzid said investigations revealed the premises was involved in metal recovery activities. Authorities discovered approximately 126 pallets of materials containing printed circuit boards (PCBs), one operational furnace, and four more furnaces still under construction. He added that a chimney structure was also found at the site, but it was not equipped with any air pollution control systems. Wandi urged the company to act responsibly and not compromise environmental sustainability in the pursuit of profit. 'Industrial operators are reminded to strictly comply with the Environmental Quality Act 1974 and its regulations. Non-compliance may lead to prosecution and conviction,' he warned. — Bernama
RNZ News
4 days ago
- RNZ News
Thieves steal railway bells, copper from rail bridge
Four bells were stolen from level crossings between 12 April and 12 May (file photo). Photo: Police say the theft of copper cable and bells from a Hawke's Bay railway bridge and level crossings could lead to a fatal accident. More than 750m of cable was stolen from a railway bridge north of Clive last month. Four bells were also stolen from level crossings between 12 April and 12 May. Senior Constable Pehi Potaka said tampering with the rail systems was a huge safety risk to the public and offenders alike. "Railway core cables are responsible for transmitting power and signals to trains, which is crucial to keeping the rail systems operating safely and efficiently. "Crossing bells are an essential part of public safety and play a huge role in warning people that a train is approaching. The removal of these bells has the potential to cause fatal accidents." Potaka said police would take a hard line with any scrap metal yards found to have been receiving the stolen materials. He urged anyone seeing suspicious activity or damage to rail crossings or bridges to get in touch. Sign up for Ngā Pitopito Kōrero, a daily newsletter curated by our editors and delivered straight to your inbox every weekday.
CBS News
19-06-2025
- Automotive
- CBS News
Authorities respond to semi-truck rollover crash on I-696 in Macomb County
One person suffered minor injuries after a semi-truck rollover crash Thursday on Interstate 696, according to the Warren Fire Department. Fire Commissioner Skip McAdams did not provide details on how the crash occurred, but he said that there is scrap metal on the freeway at Hoover Road. McAdams said another vehicle was involved, and the semi briefly caught on fire. Authorities did not say which driver was hurt in the crash. This story is developing.
