General : Selangor KPDN Investigates 10 Complaints Of Suspected Water-mixed Petrol

SHAH ALAM: The Selangor branch of the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry is looking into ten complaints regarding rumors of RON95 petrol allegedly mixed with water, which reportedly caused damage to vehicles in various parts of the state. Director Muhamad Hanif Asa ari explained that field investigations and enforcement actions at seven petrol stations were carried out after receiving public complaints and reports on social media.

As a result, 27 cans of RON95 petrol samples have been seized from the affected stations and sent to the Chemistry Department for laboratory testing. Initial inspections revealed that all stations had valid licenses for controlled goods and Petroleum Development Act 1974 licenses. Nevertheless, notices under Section 32 of the Trade Descriptions Act 2011 have been issued, mandating petrol station operators to provide information and business-related documents to aid the investigation.

The inquiry is probing potential breaches of Section 5(1)(c), in conjunction with Section 6(1)(d) and Section 7 of the Trade Descriptions Act 2011, pertaining to accusations of false trade descriptions concerning the supplied petrol. He cautioned businesses and petrol station operators to ensure regular maintenance of underground storage tanks and adherence to safety and quality standards.

Any violation jeopardizing consumers' interests and safety will face strict action under legal provisions, he warned. Affected motorists are urged to retain their official petrol receipts and workshop inspection reports as evidence for complaints and to support the ongoing investigation.