BATU PAHAT: Firecrackers with an estimated worth of RM83,000 had been seized by the Region 2 Marine Police Force in an operation right here.
Its commander Asst Comm Muhd Zailani Abdullah mentioned a 49-year-old man, suspected of storing the firecrackers, was arrested throughout the raid at 6.30pm on Wednesday.
He mentioned the contraband gadgets are believed to for the upcoming Aidilfitri celebration, reported Bernama.
“Following a public tip-off, the team rushed to the location and found a total of 63 boxes containing various types of firecrackers and fireworks estimated to be worth RM83,000.
“The case is being investigated under the Explosives Act 1957 and if convicted, the perpetrator can be sentenced to up to seven years in prison or be fined up to RM10,000, or both,” he mentioned in an announcement yesterday.
He additionally urged the general public to channel info to the authorities to fight any type of crime, particularly involving the security and public order of the maritime group.
“Any information can be channelled to PPM Region 2 at 07-237 2221 or 07-237 2222,” he mentioned.
