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Indonesian authorities have arrested a Malaysian citizen at Surabaya's airport following the discovery of nearly 1kg of methamphetamine and over 1,000 ecstasy pills concealed in a corset, marking another drug trafficking case involving Malaysian nationals.
Thai police have detained three Malaysian nationals in Hat Yai after discovering 87 kilograms of methamphetamine valued at RM4.3 million in their possession. Authorities suspect the trio were employed as drug mules for larger trafficking networks.
Thai police arrested three Malaysians aboard a Bangkok-Hat Yai train with 87kg of methamphetamine worth RM4.3 million hidden in their baggage, marking another significant cross-border drug trafficking case.
Police have arrested a suspended officer suspected of leading a major methamphetamine trafficking organisation. Five individuals are in custody following raids under Operation Waja, which resulted in the seizure of RM21.3 million worth of drugs destined for domestic and overseas markets.
Authorities in Kota Bharu have arrested two express bus drivers on suspicion of trafficking methamphetamine concealed within bus seating. The discovery highlights ongoing concerns about drug smuggling via inter-state transport networks.
Johor Baru police dismantled a significant drug network on Saturday, confiscating 60.78kg of methamphetamine valued at RM3.04 million and detaining eight individuals, including a school dropout working as a courier.
A Singapore coroner has revealed that two teenagers died from fatal methamphetamine overdoses after manufacturing their own drug pills and inhaling the substance. Both had communicated about obtaining illicit drugs before their deaths on January 31, 2025.
Penang police have dismantled a significant liquid methamphetamine syndicate following the arrest of a 40-year-old suspect in Nobong Tebal, with narcotics valued at over RM450,000 seized during the operation.