KUDAT 9 April 2026 (The Capital Post) – Enforcement officers successfully intercepted an attempt to smuggle a large quantity of diesel in Kudat, detaining a local man after discovering about 800 litres of diesel loaded in a vehicle during an inter‑agency operation.
The operation, part of ongoing Ops Tiris, saw officers from the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry collaborating with marine and maritime personnel to monitor suspicious activity on Pulau Banggi and surrounding roadways.
During a stop along the Karakit‑Batu Layar main road on Wednesday, officials uncovered four barrels of diesel in a single‑cab truck driven by a local individual, who could not produce valid documentation for the fuel’s transport or possession.
The suspect was immediately detained to assist with further investigations under the Control of Supplies Act 1961, and the seized fuel was impounded as evidence.
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Local enforcement leaders reiterated that Kudat and nearby areas such as Pulau Banggi remain hotspots for fuel smuggling, and vowed to sustain aggressive patrols and raids to combat abuse and leakage of subsidised goods amid concerns over economic pressures influenced by external factors.
Authorities also expressed appreciation for cooperation across agencies and encouraged the public to continue providing intelligence that helps curb illicit activities.-The Capital Post
