JOHOR BARU: The Johor Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry (KPDN) is investigating an incident in which RON95 petrol was filled beyond the permitted limit into a plastic container at a Skudai petrol station on March 21.
State KPDN director Lilis Saslinda Pornomo said the probe follows a viral social media post showing a vehicle allegedly involved in the act.
She added that the premises have been inspected, including a review of CCTV footage and verification of transaction records and purchase receipts.
"Preliminary checks found two RON95 petrol transactions: one into the vehicle’s tank and another into a plastic container in the boot, exceeding the limit set by the Controller of Supplies,” she said in a statement on Tuesday (March 24).
Lilis Saslinda said enforcement teams are carrying out further investigations and have issued reminders to ensure strict compliance with regulations to prevent such incidents from recurring.
Lilis Saslinda said the ministry will also trace the vehicle owner to be summoned for investigation.
"A case has been filed under Subregulation 12A of the Control of Supplies Regulations 1974, Control of Supplies Act 1961, for allegedly defying the instructions of the Controller of Supplies,” she said.
She added that under the Control of Supplies Act 1961, individuals can face fines of up to RM1mil, imprisonment of up to three years, or both. For repeat offences, fines may reach RM3mil, with imprisonment of up to five years, or both upon conviction.
Companies can be fined up to RM2mil, with repeat offences attracting penalties of up to RM5mil.
She urged the public to report information or complaints via WhatsApp at 019-848 8000, the KPDN e-Complaint portal (e-aduan@kpdn.gov.my), 1-800-886-800 hotline, or the Ez ADU KPDN app. - Bernama
