Kuala Kedah:The Kedah branch of the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) seized 8,190 litres of diesel suspected to be undocumented during a joint enforcement operation with the Marine Police Force (PPM) Region One in Kuala Kedah.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the seized diesel is valued at RM39,148.20, and the operation also involved the confiscation of a HINO lorry worth RM50,000. The total value of the seizure amounted to RM89,148.20. The operation was executed around 1145 am after the Marine Police stopped a lorry for inspection.

Upon further inspection, it was discovered that the lorry was transporting approximately 8,190 litres of liquid suspected to be diesel without the necessary documentation. Additionally, further inspections at a business premises in Kuala Kedah revealed that the owner was suspected of non-compliance with the conditions of a controlled goods licence, specifically the requirement to maintain a controlled goods stock book.

The Kedah KPDN stated that the cases are being handled under Section 21 of the Control of Supplies Act 1961. Investigations are ongoing to complete the necessary paperwork before proceeding with follow-up actions. The agency emphasized its commitment to strengthening cooperation with enforcement agencies to combat the diversion of controlled goods and ensure that subsidized supplies are not misused.

The public is encouraged to report any information regarding the diversion of controlled goods via WhatsApp at 019-848 800, the Hotline at 1-800-886-800, or through the EZ ADU KPDN application.