PDRM raids Puchong diesel syndicate, makes RM919,022 seizure

The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) conducted a raid in Puchong, Selangor, targeting a premise involved in the misappropriation of subsidised diesel. The total value of the seizure, including tanker lorries and equipment, amounted to RM919,022.40. During the operation, which took place under Ops Taring Bravo 1 from 3.30 am, two local men aged 33 and 64 were arrested.

Preliminary investigations suggest the two individuals were the premise caretaker and lorry driver. The premise was believed to have been functioning as a storage and handling facility for subsidised diesel without proper licensing. The investigation revealed seven skid tanks and three tanker lorries containing approximately 51,900 litres of diesel, valued at RM231,993, as well as an electric pump with a hose.

The seized items are under investigation under Section 21 of the Control of Supplies Act 1961. Authorities have handed over the two individuals and the seized items to Selangor's Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry (KPDN) for further investigation to identify the source of supply, distribution network, and the duration of the premise's operations.

From January 1st to date, the Wildlife Crime Bureau/Special Intelligence Investigation (WCB/PSK) has conducted 241 raids across the nation, resulting in the arrest of 415 individuals and seizures estimated at RM315,104,274.04.