Massive haul of smuggled goods

Sabah Marine Police and the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission seized untaxed cigarettes and liquor worth nearly RM5.37 million across three raids in Sandakan and Kota Kinabalu this week.

First operation nets 1.82 million cigarettes

On September 15 at 1:30 am, police raided an unregistered jetty along the Seguntur River in Sandakan and arrested a 45-year-old man. They seized 1.82 million cigarette sticks valued at RM2.564 million.

Hidden speedboat reveals more contraband

Following the arrest, officers found a speedboat hidden among mangrove trees along the same river. It contained 1.73 million cigarette sticks worth RM2.326 million.

Warehouse raid seizes liquor stockpile

On September 14, police raided an unnumbered warehouse in Kampung Dambai and seized 43,200 cans of untaxed liquor valued at RM478,506.

Customs Act investigation underway

The case is being investigated under the Customs Act 1967. This marks part of a broader enforcement push, with 61 cases recorded between January and September 15 this year.

Inter-agency cooperation proves effective

The success reflects intelligence sharing and strategic cooperation between marine police and the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission in combating smuggling and untaxed goods distribution.

“the effectiveness of intelligence sharing and strategic cooperation with the MACC in strengthening enforcement efforts”

Enforcement push to intensify

Police plan to continue intensifying operations with greater emphasis on information sharing and inter-agency cooperation to further curb smuggling activities in the region.