Sarawak KPDN investigates a petrol station after viral claims of RON95 mixed with diesel or water, with potential fines up to RM500,000
KUCHING: The Sarawak branch of the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living has opened an investigation paper into a viral incident involving RON95 petrol.
The case involves a Petronas station along the Samarahan Expressway in Kota Samarahan, where fuel is suspected to have been mixed with diesel or water.
Its director, Matthew Dominic Barin, said the investigation was initiated after a complaint went viral on social media, with several consumers allegedly affected.
“On Dec 24 at about 2.30 pm, a team of four enforcement officers from Sarawak KPDN conducted an inspection at the petrol station following a complaint,” he said in a statement.
An enquiry paper has been opened under Section 5(1)(b) of the Trade Descriptions Act 2011 for a breach relating to the description of the contents of goods.
Matthew said swift action had been taken against the petrol station involved to ensure compliance and protect consumer rights.
Any trader found guilty could face a fine of up to RM250,000 for corporate entities, which may increase to RM500,000 for a second offence.
“For individuals, the penalty includes a fine of not more than RM100,000 or imprisonment for a period not exceeding three years, or both,” he said.
He advised all distributors and traders to strictly comply with existing laws to avoid enforcement action.
The public can channel information via WhatsApp at 019-848 8000, email, a call centre, or through the KPDN’s Ez ADU smartphone application.
