KOTA KINABALU: About 15,000 litres of subsidised diesel were seized from two storage tanks at a premise near Jalan Sin On Tiku in Tawau district on Tuesday (Oct 20).
In the raid, police had come across the diesel when they inspected the premises following intelligence gathered earlier.
Also confiscated were the two tanks, pipes and pumps believed used in the transfer of the diesel.
The Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry Tawau division said all the seized items worth about RM112,050 were later handed over to them for further investigation and action.
It said that an investigation paper has been opened under the Control of Supplies Act 1961.
An individual found guilty could be fined up to RM1mil for the first offence and up to RM3mil for a subsequent offence, or jailed up to three years, or both.
Companies convicted could be fined up to RM2mil for the first offence and up to RM5mil for subsequent offences.
The Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry Tawau division said it is committed to eradicating any form of smuggling of controlled goods, adding that any attempts to do so would be handled strictly and without compromise.
Those with information can file complaints through e-aduan.kpdn.gov.my, contact the Tawau division at 089-776 690, or send a WhatsApp message to 019-279 4317 or 019-848 8000.
