MACC busts smuggling syndicate, RM3.7mil cash, 1.6 million litres of diesel seized

The operation carried out by the Special Operations Division (BOK) and the Special Tactical Squad of the MACC was also joined by Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs personnel. - Photo courtesy of Sinar Harian

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) arrested five individuals and seized 1.6 million litres of diesel and RM3.7mil in cash in connection with a suspected syndicate involved in the embezzlement and misappropriation of subsidised diesel belonging to a fishermen's association.

The syndicate is also believed to have bribed enforcement officers in Sibu, Sarawak, to prevent any action being taken against them.