He said the enforcement division raided 12 locations across Perak and Selangor, seizing the vehicles, including Porsche, Lamborghini and Mercedes-Benz marques, Bernama reported.

“Perak customs also detained 11 people in their 40s to 50s, suspected to be vehicle owners and company owners, to assist in the investigation.

“The offences included breaching the terms of duty and tax exemption facilities, keeping luxury vehicles in unlicensed areas, and possessing vehicle numbers in the peninsula for more than 90 days after registration in Langkawi,” he told reporters here here today.

Ghafar said the department was still investigating whether those responsible had import permits.

“Smuggling is not only detrimental to the country in terms of lost revenue, but also poses a threat to national security and the well-being of the people,” he said.