Pahang JKDM stops RM1.4 million cannabis export attempt
State JKDM director Mohd Asri Seman said 13.74 kilogrammes of suspected cannabis buds were discovered during three separate operations at the Mail and Courier Centre, Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA), on May 5.
He said the operations, conducted between 3.10 pm and 3.30 pm, involved the inspection and scanning of several packages which revealed images resembling organic material.
'Further checks uncovered what is believed to be cannabis buds, packed in clear plastic bags, wrapped in pillowcases or clothing, and placed in boxes for international delivery,' he told a press conference here today.
Mohd Asri said initial investigations suggest that the drugs were sourced from a neighbouring country, repackaged in Malaysia, and sent overseas using a courier company via KLIA.
'We are still determining if the packages are linked to the same syndicate, as the sender addresses differ - two from Terengganu and one from Selangor.
'All the parcels were intended for international destinations. We are also investigating whether the cannabis was meant for direct use or further processing,' he added.
The case is being investigated under Section 39B of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
New Straits Times
an hour ago
- New Straits Times
House arrest bill in final phase, says Home Minister
KUALA LUMPUR: The Home Ministry is in the final phase of finalising a new bill relating to house arrest as an alternative to reducing overcrowding in prisons. Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said the working papers relating to the bill have been submitted to the Cabinet and have received policy approval. "The next process is to carry out an amendment matrix and the Home Ministry has to sit with the Attorney-General's Chambers and once that is done, we will table it. The issue is the definition of shackles, one interpretation of shackles (currently) is only handcuffs (but) I tend to interpret shackles as including devices. "But because there is a mistake in terms of interpretation, then let the drafters resolve it and I promise that as soon as they resolve it, I will return to the Cabinet to seek approval in terms of amendments," he said when winding up the motion for the Annual Report and Financial Statement of the Human Rights Commission of Malaysia (Suhakam) 2023 for the Ministry of Home Affairs in the Dewan Rakyat yesterday. He admitted that there is overcrowding in prisons, with the latest number of prisoners increasing to 83,808, exceeding the original capacity of the prison which is 76,311. He said that among the causes of the congestion is remand detention where 65 to 70 per cent of the total prisoners are involved in drug-related cases under the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952 involving Section 15(1) (entering drugs into the body), Section 12(2) (possession of drugs in small quantities) and Section 33C (repeat offence). He said the implementation of house arrest with electronic monitoring is among the solutions currently being formulated to address the issue of remand detention which contributes to 35 per cent of the congestion. Regarding refugees handled by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), Saifuddin Nasution said the Home Ministry believes there is a need for an element for check and balance on the refugee registration process carried out by UNHCR. He said that currently, the process is carried out entirely by UNHCR without the involvement of any government security agency such as the police, Immigration Department or other agencies for verification and monitoring purposes. "Their method is all by themselves, the interview, assessment and the issuance of the card. Are there government agencies to verify and cross-check? The answer is no, it is all up to UNHCR's consideration," he said. Meanwhile, Saifuddin also reminded all participants who will be joining the rally in the federal capital this Saturday to comply with the law and the security guidelines. He stressed that the government remains committed to the principle of freedom of expression, but it must be implemented responsibly and without causing any racial and religious tension. -- BERNAMA
Malay Mail
4 hours ago
- Malay Mail
‘Not to Land': 198 foreigners barred at KLIA over shady travel plans
SEPANG, July 25 — A total of 198 foreign nationals were denied entry at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) Terminals 1 and 2 for failing to meet immigration requirements, including insufficient funds, lack of accommodation bookings and unclear travel purposes. Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) director-general Datuk Seri Mohd Shuhaily Mohd Zain said those barred entry will be deported under the 'Not to Land' (NTL) procedure, with airlines responsible for returning them to their countries of origin. Of the total, 128 were intercepted at Terminal 1, comprising 123 Bangladeshis, two Pakistanis, two Indonesians, and one Syrian. The remaining 70 at Terminal 2 included 51 Indonesians, 13 Indians, four Pakistanis, and two Vietnamese nationals. Shuhaily also revealed possible syndicate involvement, following the discovery of photos of AKPS officers on the phones of several detainees, believed to be used to help others evade enforcement. 'These images were likely shared by individuals previously deported. It's a sign that syndicates are adapting to enforcement actions,' he said. He warned that operations will continue to ensure Malaysia is not used as a transit hub for illegal entry. — Bernama
Daily Express
5 hours ago
- Daily Express
Five held for drugs in Keningau
Published on: Friday, July 25, 2025 Published on: Fri, Jul 25, 2025 By: Marutin Ansiung Text Size: KENINGAU: Police here arrested five men during a narcotics operation carried out by the Narcotics Criminal Investigation Division of the Keningau District Police Headquarters in Kampung Toboh Baru on Wednesday. Keningau District Police Chief Superintendent Yampil Anak Garai said the suspects were detained for various offences under the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952 and the Firearms Act 1960. 'One of the suspects was arrested under Section 12(3) of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952 and Section 8 of the Firearms Act 1960 after he was found in possession of 1.50 grams of syabu, seven live bullets, and a homemade 'bakakuk' firearm,' he said in a statement. Another man was detained under Section 12(2) of the Dangerous Drugs Act for possessing 0.19 grams of syabu. Meanwhile, three other men tested positive for drug use and are being investigated under Section 15(1)(a) of the same Act. Superintendent Yampil said police would continue to carry out aggressive operations to curb crime, particularly drug abuse, in the district. 'PDRM Keningau remains committed to safeguarding the safety and wellbeing of the local community,' he added. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
