LAHAD DATU: The Eastern Sabah Security Command (Esscom) foiled crude palm oil (CPO) misappropriation in two raids at different locations, here, on Thursday.
Esscom Commander DCP Datuk Victor Sanjos said a total of 74 metric tonnes of CPO, two trucks and various equipment used to carry out the activity were seized.
“Acting on public tip-off, a team raided the premises in Jalan POIC and a private plantation in Jalan Segama Lama, and seized CPO, trucks and equipment worth a total of RM476,000.
“Two local men in their 30s and 40s were also arrested during the raids,” he said.
The cases are being investigated under the Regulation 5(1)(b) of Malaysian Palm Oil Board Regulations 2005.
Victor said the raids reflected Esscom’s continuous efforts in combating criminal and illegal activities in Esszone, especially smuggling and misappropriation of controlled and subsidised items, which can affect the local economy.
He added that Esscom will continue to intensify integrated operations in Esszone to curb cross-border crimes that threaten public safety and well-being.
Victor also urged the public to channel information on security incidents to the Esscom Operations Centre at 089-863181 or via WhatsApp 011-63311072.
