PGA seizes RM3.05 million in e-waste, detains 10 individuals

The Pasukan Gerakan Am (PGA) has once again demonstrated its commitment to safeguarding Malaysia's environment by dismantling a significant illegal e-waste processing operation in Selangor. This raid, which resulted in the seizure of RM3.05 million worth of electronic waste and the detention of 10 individuals, including foreign nationals from China and Myanmar, underscores the persistent threat posed by unlicensed e-waste handlers.

Datuk Mohamad Suzrin Mohamad Rodhi highlighted that the premises operated without a valid license under the Environmental Quality Act 1974. The syndicate's modus operandi involved processing, sorting, and storing e-waste before sending the materials to other locations for further processing. This highlights a sophisticated illegal network that circumvents environmental regulations, posing a grave risk to public health and the delicate ecosystem.

While the article notes that a local Malaysian was detained and served as a supervisor, it is crucial for authorities to thoroughly investigate the extent of local involvement and dismantle the entire network. The recent nationwide crackdown, Op Hazard 3.0, which has already seen RM582 million in seizures, indicates the scale of the problem. However, the persistence of such operations suggests that more robust enforcement and preventative measures are necessary. The PGA's firm stance, as reiterated by Datuk Mohamad Suzrin, that there will be no compromise with offenders, is a welcome assurance that environmental protection remains a priority.

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Kita tidak akan berkompromi dengan mana-mana pihak yang melanggar undang-undang berkaitan alam sekitar kerana aktiviti seperti ini boleh memberi kesan serius kepada kesihatan awam dan ekosistem