Man nabbed after over 4k litres of illicit fuel seized
A light goods vehicle driver has been arrested after authorities seized about 4,150 litres of suspected illicit fuel in Aberdeen. Authorities also seized the vehicle and a sampan in a cross-departmental operation held by police, customs, and the Fire Services Department that took place on Thursday. The suspected illicit fuel that was untaxed had an estimated market value of HK$136,000. Police…
A light goods vehicle driver has been arrested in Aberdeen, following a cross-departmental operation by police, customs, and the Fire Services Department. Authorities seized approximately 4,150 litres of suspected illicit fuel, along with the vehicle and a sampan. The untaxed fuel, estimated to be worth HK$136,000, was found to be part of a syndicate with a triad background.
Police discovered 1,800 litres of illegal fuel on the vehicle parked nearby and 84 barrels in the sampan. The syndicate allegedly transported the fuel via vehicles to the Aberdeen Wholesale Fish Market area, then used speedboats to deliver it to the typhoon shelter. There, they stored the fuel in specific vessels parked at the shelter, acting as mobile fuel storage.
The probe revealed that the illicit fuel was used to supply vessels involved in smuggling activities. The 34-year-old arrestee will face prosecution for violating the Dangerous Goods Ordinance and Dangerous Goods (Control) Regulation. Authorities warned that the site, close to residential estates, poses significant risks of fire or explosion, leading to potential injuries and substantial financial losses. They have not ruled out the possibility of further arrests.
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