PAPAR: Frozen food products worth over RM35 million were seized during Ops Taring Chiller, a statewide operation across 10 districts led by the Sabah General Operations Force (PGA) on Tuesday.
A total of 29 individuals, including business owners and workers aged between 20 and 60, were detained during the 13-hour joint operation.
PGA Sabah Brigade Commander Datuk Abdul Rani Alias said the operation targeted premises storing or selling frozen goods in breach of food safety, licensing, and supply control regulations.
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He said the integrated effort involved agencies such as the Veterinary Department, Health Ministry, local authorities, and Agriculture Department, and would continue to ensure better compliance among frozen food operators.
