Perlis police confiscated nearly 100kg of methamphetamine and arrested a local man after a high-risk operation near the Malaysia-Thailand border.
PADANG BESAR: Police seized 98.73 kilogrammes of methamphetamine valued at RM4.9 million following the arrest of a local man. The operation occurred near a General Operations Force control post along Jalan KTMB last Monday.
Perlis police chief Datuk Muhammad Abdul Halim said the 20-year-old suspect was detained at about 9 pm. The arrest was part of a joint operation involving the state Narcotics Criminal Investigation Department and the 1st Battalion of the General Operations Force from Perak.
A search of the suspect’s Proton Saga uncovered four white sacks containing powder believed to be syabu. The drugs weighed 98.73kg and are estimated to be worth RM4,936,600.
“The quantity seized is estimated to be capable of affecting up to 493,650 individuals if distributed into the market,” Muhammad told a press conference at the Perlis police headquarters today.
Preliminary investigations indicate the suspect allegedly used a “rat trail” along the Malaysia-Thailand border as a smuggling route. The supply was intended for distribution to the southern part of the country.
The suspect attempted to flee during the operation, driving recklessly and endangering the enforcement team. Officers fired a shot at the vehicle’s tyres to safeguard personnel.
“The suspect sustained injuries to his face, hands and legs after crashing into a vehicle used by the raiding team,” Muhammad said.
Initial urine screening showed the suspect tested positive for ketamine. Background checks also revealed previous records related to drug offences.
The case is being investigated under Section 39B of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952. The suspect is on remand from Feb 10 to 16 to assist in investigations.
Muhammad added that the Perlis narcotics department remains committed to intensifying efforts to curb drug trafficking. He urged the public to continue providing information to help combat such activities, particularly in border areas.
The Sun Malaysia
