The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has launched Op Metal, a major operation targeting scrap metal smuggling syndicates in five states, suspected of bribing enforcement officers and causing RM950 million in tax losses over six years.
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MACC Cracks Down on RM950 Million Scrap Metal Smuggling Syndicate
Raids were conducted at 19 locations in Penang, Selangor, Kedah, Johor, and Negeri Sembilan, with support from Customs, LHDN, and Bank Negara. A luxury bungalow and scrap processing sites were among those searched.
Syndicates allegedly misdeclared exports to avoid a 15% export tax. MACC is investigating under anti-money laundering laws and is tracking down those involved, including public servants suspected of protecting the illegal trade.
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