MANILA, Philippines — Eight individuals were arrested, and over P26.6 million worth of illegal liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) equipment and materials were seized by authorities in Baler, Aurora, from August 5 to 6, according to Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) of the Philippine National Police. In a statement on Wednesday, CIDG said it implemented a search warrant along Barangay Suklayin against incorporators, owners, officers, and occupants of Aurora Gas Corporation who were reportedly engaged in unauthorized refilling and distribution of LPG products. ADVERTISEMENTREAD: 2 ‘illegal’ sellers of LPG held in BulacanAlthough none of the incorporators and owners were present, police said they arrested eight people who served as cashiers, accountants, refillers, and drivers, openly accepting walk-in clients for LPG refilling. Other evidence, such as the LPG tank storage, was sealed and padlocked. Meanwhile, the electric motor, compressors, and pumps were dismantled to avoid siphoning off the content of liquefied petroleum gas.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer August 08, 2024 10:26 UTC