The Johor Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) has initiated a formal investigation into a petrol station in Skudai following reports of subsidised RON95 petrol being filled into plastic containers. The incident, which allegedly took place on 21 March, gained public attention after a video depicting the act went viral on various social media platforms. Johor KPDN Director Lilis Saslinda Pornomo confirmed that enforcement officers have since visited the premises to conduct a thorough inspection of the site.
During the site visit, authorities reviewed closed-circuit television (CCTV) footage and examined transaction records to verify the claims made in the viral footage. Initial findings from the investigation revealed that two separate transactions occurred involving the same vehicle. One purchase was made to fill the vehicle’s fuel tank, while the second transaction involved filling plastic containers stored in the car’s boot with a quantity of fuel that exceeded the legal limits set by the Malaysian Supply Controller.
In response to these findings, the enforcement team has issued a stern warning to the management of the petrol station to ensure stricter compliance with existing regulations to prevent future occurrences. The ministry is currently working to track down the owner of the vehicle involved to assist with the ongoing legal inquiry. Officials emphasized that the unauthorised collection of subsidised fuel is a serious breach of national distribution policies intended to protect local resources.
A case has been officially registered under Sub-regulation 12A of the Control of Supplies Regulations 1974, falling under the jurisdiction of the Control of Supplies Act 1961. This specific regulation pertains to the suspected violation of directives issued by the Malaysian Supply Controller regarding the purchase and storage of controlled goods. The ministry reiterated that both individuals and business entities found guilty of such offences will face significant legal consequences as part of the government’s crackdown on subsidy leakage.
Under the Control of Supplies Act 1961, individual offenders can be fined up to RM1 million, sentenced to three years in prison, or both, with penalties increasing for subsequent convictions. Companies found in breach of the law face fines of up to RM2 million, while repeat corporate offenders may be fined as much as RM5 million. The public is encouraged to report any suspicious activities involving controlled items via the KPDN WhatsApp line at 019-848 8000, the e-Aduan portal, or the Ez ADU mobile application.
