34 Malaysian Customs officers at KL International Airport Cargo arrested for smuggling activities causing RM2bn revenue leakage over two years.

34 Malaysian Customs officers at KL International Airport Cargo were arrested for smuggling activities that caused revenue leakages of up to RM2bn over two years. Suspects allegedly received RM4.7m from a syndicate to facilitate smuggling of goods like tobacco, cigarettes, liquor, health products, and vehicle spare parts. The case involves the MACC, the Inland Revenue Board, and Bank Negara, with 213 bank accounts frozen and an investigation aiming to conclude in one-and-a-half months.

March 29, 2024
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