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GOF seizes RM1.135m in equipment from illegal gold mining in Kelantan
The General Operations Force has confiscated mining equipment valued at RM1.135 million in a raid at Kuala Betis, with authorities alleging the suspect misused a sand-extraction permit to conduct unauthorised gold-mining operations.
LSN Malaysia ·
GUA MUSANG, Aug 23 — The General Operations Force (GOF) has seized equipment worth RM1.135 million in a raid targeting illegal gold-mining activities in the Kuala Betis area of Kelantan. The operation uncovered what authorities believe was an attempt to circumvent mining regulations through the misuse of a legitimate sand-extraction permit.
The confiscated equipment, discovered during the enforcement action, is suspected to have been used in unauthorised precious metal extraction operations. A suspect linked to the operation was identified during the raid, with investigations revealing apparent permit violations and regulatory breaches.
The seizure represents a significant enforcement action in the state's ongoing battle against illegal mining activities. Authorities have indicated that the matter remains under investigation as they examine the full scope of the suspect's operations and any potential involvement of other parties.
The GOF's action highlights continued vigilance by enforcement agencies in combating unauthorised mining, which poses risks to environmental protection and undermines legitimate industry operations across the region.