Energy Commission Disposes Of Seized Goods Valued Over RM1.7 Million

PUTRAJAYA, June 4 (Bernama) -- The Energy Commission (ST) has disposed of 2,933 seized items, valued at over RM1.7 million, on June 3, following investigations into various violations of laws related to electrical safety and usage.

According to ST, the disposal involved items from cases in Perlis, Kedah, and Penang, covering 21 investigation papers that were resolved through court rulings and compound settlements.

Of the total, 16 investigation papers involved electrical accident cases, four pertained to electricity theft operations, and one concerned the use of illegal electrical equipment.

“The disposal process was conducted at a licensed metal disposal centre in Balakong, Selangor, and was witnessed by ST Enforcement and Regional Operations director Ismail Zaili Yusop, and ST Investigation Unit deputy director Nik Mohd Bakhry Abu Bakar,” it said in a statement.

It added that the disposal process was carried out in accordance with the instructions of the Deputy Public Prosecutor under Sections 406A and 413 of the Criminal Procedure Code (Act 593).

The commission also stressed that the disposal was conducted in an environmentally responsible manner through the appointment of a company licensed by the Department of Environment (DOE) to handle electronic waste (e-waste) management.

This process complies with the Environmental Quality Act 1974 and the Environmental Quality (Scheduled Waste) Regulations 2005.

“The management of seized goods also involves the separation of scheduled waste, recyclable materials, and regular waste. Suitable items are sent to legitimate buyers and appropriate recovery facilities according to their waste categories,” it said.

This integrated approach reflects ST’s ongoing commitment to comprehensive law enforcement while supporting environmental conservation efforts.

The public can obtain more information by visiting ST’s website at www.st.gov.my or calling 03-8870 8500.

-- BERNAMA