KUCHING: A total of 200 cartons of alcoholic drinks with no customs clearance were confiscated by the enforcement division of the Sibu Customs Department.
The 1,584 litres of alcoholic beverages valued at RM7,199.91 with unpaid duties of RM22,543.55 were seized during an inspection at a warehouse at Jalan Ding Lik Kong, Sibu recently.
“The smugglers chose the warehouse located at Jalan Ding Lik Kong because the location was isolated and quiet to ensure their modus operandi was not detected by the customs.
“Further investigations will be made to locate the owner of the goods,” said state Customs director Datuk Sharifah Halimah Tuanku Taha in a statement.
The Customs Department said it welcomes information from anyone on anyone including traders who store or sell illegal cigarettes, liquor, firecrackers and drugs.
The Customs toll-free line is 1-800-88-8855 while its headquarters can be contacted at 082-472133.
