SANDAKAN: The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) Sandakan Branch, Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (APMM), and Sabah Ports and Harbours Department (JPDS), conducted an integrated operation to curb the leakage of controlled goods in Sandakan waters.
Monday’s operation involving three APMM assets and 15 personnel, 3 KPDN officers and 3 JPDS officers led by KPDN Sandakan enforcement chief Azdy Zukkry John, was held from 9:00 am to 11:30 am, to combat the misappropriation of controlled goods such as cooking oil, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), diesel, and petrol in the Sandakan maritime area.
The joint operation team inspected four commercial jetties, including the Persatuan Nelayan Kawasan (PNK) jetty, which manages the sale of subsidized diesel to registered fishermen. No offences were detected.
Under the Control of Supplies Act 1961 (Act 122), individuals may face a fine of up to RM1 million, imprisonment of up to three years, or both if convicted of the offence. For second or subsequent offences, the penalty is a fine of up to RM3 million, imprisonment of up to five years, or both. Companies found guilty may be fined up to RM2 million, with subsequent offenses carrying fines of up to RM5 million.
KPDN Sandakan emphasized its commitment to strengthening enforcement operations as part of ongoing efforts to combat the leakage of controlled goods in Sandakan district. The department welcomes any information or complaints on unscrupulous traders. Consumers can act as the eyes and ears of KPDN by submitting detailed complaints through the following official channels: – WhatsApp: 019 848 8000, Complaint Portal: http://eaduan.kpdn.gov.my, Call Centre: 1-800-886-800, Email: eaduan@kpdn.gov.my, Ez ADU KPDN App, Enforcement Command Centre: 03-8882 6088/6245, Official Letter to the nearest KPDN office. – James Leong
