ISKANDAR PUTERI: The Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry (KPDN) Johor branch has initiated an investigation into a viral incident involving a driver of a foreign-registered vehicle that was seen filling RON95 petrol into a plastic container at a petrol station here.
A team of enforcement officers carried out an inspection yesterday, according to a Facebook post from Johor KPDN.
The team reviewed CCTV footage, obtained the vehicle driver’s purchase receipt and located the owner of the petrol station involved.
“Johor KPDN has met with the station owner and issued a stern warning to remain vigilant to ensure such incidents do not recur.
“A case has been opened under the Control of Supplies Act 1961,” read the post, Bernama reported.
If found guilty, individuals can face a fine of up to RM1mil, a maximum of three years’ imprisonment, or both.
Subsequent offences could result in a fine of up to RM3mil, up to five years in jail, or both.
For companies, fines can reach up to RM2mil, with repeat offenders facing fines of up to RM5mil.
The ministry also urged members of the public to report any misconduct related to controlled goods and subsidies to the authorities so that enforcement action can be taken promptly and effectively.
Earlier, a photograph went viral showing the owner of a luxury vehicle – registered in Singapore – filling RON95 petrol into a plastic container at a petrol station in the Iskandar Puteri area.
