(Kota Samarahan, 1st) The 'Special Anti-Drug Operation' (Ops Tapis Khas Narkotik) conducted in this area not only led to the arrest of 15 individuals, but also revealed that accommodation premises were being used as drug activity hotspots.
Kota Samarahan District Police Deputy Chief, Deputy Superintendent Barry William, stated that this four-day operation, beginning on March 28, was led by the local police district headquarters and focused on high-risk areas.
"During the operation, police carried out various enforcement actions against individuals suspected of possession and abuse of drugs," he said.
He noted that among all those arrested, one is being investigated under Section 39A(1) of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952, four under Section 12(2), and another ten under Section 15(1)(a).
He added that a raid conducted on March 30 was one of the key developments during the operation, when police, acting on intelligence, raided a hotel in the area.
"During the operation from 11am to 1pm, police arrested five local individuals, comprising four men and one woman, aged between 18 and 55."
"During the on-site search, police seized methamphetamine (ice), ecstasy pills, and Erimin 5, worth about RM1,221 in total," he said.
He added that preliminary urine test results showed all suspects tested positive for amphetamine and methamphetamine, further reinforcing the police investigation.
He said all suspects are currently being investigated under Section 39A(1) and Section 12(3) of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952, and police are also taking further action against other individuals arrested during the operation.
"The police will continue to monitor the use of hotels and similar venues for drug activities and will take strict and uncompromising action against those involved."
He urged the public to continue cooperating with law enforcement by providing relevant information to ensure the anti-drug campaign can continue and progress more effectively.
Kota Samarahan District Police Deputy Chief, Deputy Superintendent Barry William, stated that this four-day operation, beginning on March 28, was led by the local police district headquarters and focused on high-risk areas.
"During the operation, police carried out various enforcement actions against individuals suspected of possession and abuse of drugs," he said.
He noted that among all those arrested, one is being investigated under Section 39A(1) of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952, four under Section 12(2), and another ten under Section 15(1)(a).
"During the operation from 11am to 1pm, police arrested five local individuals, comprising four men and one woman, aged between 18 and 55."
"During the on-site search, police seized methamphetamine (ice), ecstasy pills, and Erimin 5, worth about RM1,221 in total," he said.
He added that preliminary urine test results showed all suspects tested positive for amphetamine and methamphetamine, further reinforcing the police investigation.
He said all suspects are currently being investigated under Section 39A(1) and Section 12(3) of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952, and police are also taking further action against other individuals arrested during the operation.
"The police will continue to monitor the use of hotels and similar venues for drug activities and will take strict and uncompromising action against those involved."
He urged the public to continue cooperating with law enforcement by providing relevant information to ensure the anti-drug campaign can continue and progress more effectively.