RM380,000 diesel smuggling bust at Bukit Kayu Hitam
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Diesel smuggling bust at Bukit Kayu Hitam nets RM380,000 in seizures. This recent operation highlights Malaysia’s ongoing efforts to combat illegal fuel trade, protecting both the economy and honest consumers.
Authorities uncovered a significant diesel smuggling ring near the Bukit Kayu Hitam checkpoint, a known hotspot along the Malaysia-Thailand border.
The bust happened when customs officers intercepted vehicles suspected of transporting diesel illegally. The seized fuel, valued at approximately RM380,000, was hidden in containers to avoid detection.
Malaysian Customs seized the diesel on August 2025 at Bukit Kayu Hitam, aiming to stop illegal fuel sales that impact government subsidies and market prices.
Illegal diesel smuggling not only causes revenue losses but also affects petrol prices and the local fuel market. For drivers and car owners, this means paying more at the pump, especially when subsidies are misused.
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