Skipper nabbed, RM367,050 worth of diesel confiscated off Sandakan
The operation was uncovered when officers intercepted the vessel in the waters off Pulau Berhala at about 3.15am yesterday.
A total of 7,000 litres of diesel were seized, and a 54-year-old boat skipper, believed to be the mastermind, was arrested at the scene.
Sabah Region 4 Marine Police Commander Assistant Commissioner Nazri Ibrahim said a patrol team had earlier spotted a trawler heading towards the waters off Taganak.
"Checks on the boat led to the discovery of eight fibre tanks filled with diesel believed to be subsidised.
"The total estimated value of the seizure is RM367,050," he said in a statement.
The case is being investigated under Section 3(1) of the Control of Supplies Act 1961.
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