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Sinar Daily
16-07-2025
- Sinar Daily
Cow shed turned into drug transit points, owners face risks
Although there has been no evidence of direct involvement by the owners, intelligence reports suggest that drugs are being smuggled alongside cattle or goats using the sheds' logistics network. 16 Jul 2025 01:48pm Photo for illustration purposes only. PASIR MAS - Cow sheds are now believed to be used as transit points by drug syndicates operating along the Kelantan-Thailand border, exposing shed owners to the risk of being made middlemen for these networks. General Operations Force (GOF) Southeast Brigade commander Datuk Nik Ros Azhan Nik Ab Hamid stated that although there has been no evidence of direct involvement by the owners, intelligence reports suggest that drugs are being smuggled alongside cattle or goats using the sheds' logistics network. "We warn cattle shed owners near the border that they risk becoming middlemen - either willingly, due to the lure of huge profits, or through coercion by the syndicates. "The syndicates are believed to be using sheds in areas such as Kampung Tualang and Simpangan in Tumpat, as well as Kampung Kubang Pak Itam, Jeram Perdah and Tok Deh in Pasir Mas," he told Bernama recently. Recently, the Bukit Aman Narcotics Criminal Investigation Department, together with Kelantan police, seized 35.4 kilogrammes of "pil kuda" (amphetamine pills) worth more than RM5 million in six raids conducted in Pasir Mas and Tumpat. In one of the raids, 20 kilogrammes of drugs were found hidden in cow dung in a shed owned by a suspect in Banggol Chica, Pasir Mas. Nik Ros Azhan said that in the first six months of this year, the GOF recorded 34 cases of livestock smuggling with 39 arrests, involving 818 animals - 274 cattle, 18 buffaloes and 526 sheep and goats. In 2024, the GOF recorded 47 cases with 56 individuals arrested and 80,755 animals seized, comprising 80,025 chickens, 385 cows, 340 sheep and goats, and five buffaloes. "GOF inspections at several illegal crossings also uncovered ropes tied to tree trunks used for securing cattle, along with traces of dung and hoofprints along the riverbanks. "It is understood that once the number of cattle is sufficient, they are herded two to three kilometres from the riverbank to illegal sheds before being loaded onto lorries and transported to specific locations," he said. He stressed that the GOF will continue to tighten monitoring and stern action will be taken if it is proven that any shed owners are complicit in drug smuggling activities using cattle or goats as a "shield". - BERNAMA
The Sun
16-07-2025
- The Sun
Cow sheds used as drug transit points in Kelantan, owners at risk
PASIR MAS: Cow sheds along the Kelantan-Thailand border have become transit points for drug syndicates, putting owners at risk of unwittingly aiding criminal networks. General Operations Force (GOF) Southeast Brigade commander Datuk Nik Ros Azhan Nik Ab Hamid confirmed intelligence reports indicate drugs are smuggled alongside livestock using these sheds' logistics. 'Owners risk becoming middlemen, either willingly for profit or through syndicate coercion,' he said. Sheds in Kampung Tualang, Simpangan, Kampung Kubang Pak Itam, Jeram Perdah, and Tok Deh are suspected to be used for smuggling. Recent raids by Bukit Aman Narcotics CID and Kelantan police seized 35.4kg of amphetamine pills worth RM5 million. In one case, 20kg of drugs were hidden in cow dung at a Pasir Mas shed. Livestock smuggling has also surged, with 34 cases and 818 animals seized this year. GOF found ropes, dung, and hoofprints near illegal crossings, suggesting cattle are herded to sheds before transport. Nik Ros Azhan warned that shed owners complicit in drug smuggling will face strict action. - Bernama
The Star
16-07-2025
- The Star
High steaks: Syndicates using livestock sheds to smuggle drugs
PASIR MAS: Cow sheds are now believed to be used as transit points by drug syndicates operating along the Kelantan–Thailand border, exposing shed owners to the risk of being exploited as middlemen. General Operations Force (GOF) Southeast Brigade commander Datuk Nik Ros Azhan Nik Ab Hamid said that while there is no evidence of direct involvement by the owners, intelligence reports suggest that drugs are being smuggled alongside cattle or goats using the sheds' logistics networks. 'We warn cattle shed owners near the border that they risk becoming middlemen—either willingly, tempted by huge profits, or through coercion by syndicates,' he said. The syndicates are believed to be using sheds in areas such as Kampung Tualang and Simpangan in Tumpat, as well as Kampung Kubang Pak Itam, Jeram Perdah, and Tok Deh in Pasir Mas. Recently, the Bukit Aman Narcotics Criminal Investigation Department, together with Kelantan police, seized 35.4kg of pil kuda (amphetamine pills) worth over RM5mil in six raids conducted in Pasir Mas and Tumpat. In one raid, 20kg of drugs were found hidden in cow dung in a shed owned by a suspect in Banggol Chica, Pasir Mas. Nik Ros Azhan said that in the first six months of this year, the GOF recorded 34 cases of livestock smuggling with 39 arrests, involving 818 animals—274 cattle, 18 buffaloes, and 526 sheep and goats. In 2024, the GOF recorded 47 cases with 56 individuals arrested and 80,755 animals seized, including 80,025 chickens, 385 cows, 340 sheep and goats, and five buffaloes. 'GOF inspections at several illegal crossings also uncovered ropes tied to tree trunks for securing cattle, along with traces of dung and hoofprints along the riverbanks. 'Once enough cattle are gathered, they are herded two to three kilometres from the riverbank to illegal sheds, before being loaded onto lorries and transported to specific destinations,' he said. He stressed that the GOF will continue to tighten enforcement, and stern action will be taken if it is proven that any shed owners are complicit in smuggling activities involving cattle or goats. - Bernama
The Sun
13-07-2025
- The Sun
GOF busts smuggling ring, seizes 1.15 mln cigarettes in Pasir Puteh
KOTA BHARU: The General Operations Force (GOF) Southeast Brigade dismantled a cigarette smuggling operation during a raid in Mukim Jerus, Bukit Jawa, Pasir Puteh. The early morning operation, conducted under Op Taring Alpha 1, uncovered 1.15 million illicit cigarettes of the 'John JDB' and 'SAAT' brands. GOF Southeast Brigade commander Datuk Nik Ros Azhan Nik Ab Hamid confirmed the seizure, stating the contraband was found inside a vehicle and a container. The total haul, including the vehicle and container, was valued at RM2.215 million. Authorities also detained an Indonesian man hiding in a nearby cabin. The suspect lacked valid identification documents. All seized items and the individual were handed over to the Pasir Puteh district police for further investigation. The case is being probed under Section 135(d) of the Customs Act 1967 and Section 6(1)(c) of the Immigration Act 1959/63. – Bernama
The Star
13-07-2025
- The Star
GOF busts smuggling syndicate, seizes 1.15 million illicit ciggies
KOTA BHARU: The General Operations Force (GOF) Southeast Brigade crippled a cigarette smuggling syndicate in a raid under Op Taring Alpha 1 at a quarry area in Mukim Jerus, Bukit Jawa, Pasir Puteh last Friday (July 11). GOF Southeast Brigade commander Datuk Nik Ros Azhan Nik Ab Hamid said the 6.30am raid led to the discovery of 1.15 million white cigarettes of the 'John JDB' and 'SAAT' brands, believed to have been smuggled for the local market. He said the cigarettes were found inside a vehicle and a container at the raid location, with the total value of the seizure - including the vehicle and container, estimated at RM2.215mil. "An Indonesian man was also arrested after he was found hiding in a cabin near the raid site. He did not possess any valid identification documents. "All seized items, along with the suspect, have been handed over to the Criminal Investigation Department of the Pasir Puteh district police headquarters for further action,' he said in a statement on Sunday (July 13). Nik Ros Azhan said the case was being investigated under Section 135(d) of the Customs Act 1967 and Section 6(1)(c) of the Immigration Act 1959/63.- Bernama
