Couple nabbed in Penampang, KK during drug raid
The local couple, aged 54 and 55, were detained by the Narcotics Crime Investigation Division of the Penampang district police headquarters around 4.30pm.
Penampang district police chief, Supt Sammy Newton, said a search led to the discovery of a clear plastic packet containing crystal-like substances believed to be methamphetamine, weighing approximately 50.5g.
Police also seized two vehicles and RM1,800 in cash.
He said the street value of the seized drugs is estimated at RM2,500.
'Initial urine tests confirmed that both suspects tested positive for methamphetamine and amphetamine,' Newton said in a statement on Wednesday (July 2).
The case is investigated under Section 39B of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952, which carries a mandatory death sentence or life imprisonment with at least 12 strokes of the cane if not sentenced to death.
The couple is also being investigated under Section 15(1)(a) of the same act for drug use and is currently under remand.
Newton urged the public to report any information related to drug abuse or criminal activities to the nearest police station. Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
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