Fast, factual wire coverage from across Malaysia and the region.
Thai authorities have detained three Malaysian nationals in Hat Yai following the discovery of 87 kilograms of methamphetamine concealed in their luggage during a train journey from Bangkok, in what represents a significant drug trafficking interdiction.
Two Indonesian fishermen have been charged in Balik Pulau magistrate's court with drug trafficking related to the seizure of 113 kilograms of methamphetamine valued at RM6.1 million discovered in waters near Penang.
Two Indonesian men appeared in Balik Pulau Magistrate's Court facing charges related to a 147-kilogram methamphetamine seizure, underscoring Malaysia's ongoing crackdown on transnational drug trafficking networks operating across Southeast Asia.
Police have arrested a suspended officer believed to head a methamphetamine trafficking network following raids that netted RM21.3 million in drugs across multiple locations in Kuala Lumpur.
Police in Kota Bharu have arrested two express bus drivers on suspicion of methamphetamine trafficking. The drugs were allegedly concealed within bus seat compartments, marking another significant drug interdiction operation in the region.
Police have detained two express bus drivers following a drug enforcement operation at Gua Musang Rest and Relaxation Area. Officers discovered methamphetamine concealed behind the driver's seat, prompting the arrests on suspicion of possession with intent to distribute.
Johor police have dismantled a significant methamphetamine distribution network, seizing drugs valued at RM3.04 million and detaining eight individuals in Saturday operations. The arrests include a teenage school dropout allegedly working as a courier.
Thai authorities have dismantled a Vietnamese-orchestrated drug smuggling operation that exploited Thailand's transit routes to move crystal methamphetamine hidden in tamarind paste containers to Japan, exposing sophisticated international trafficking methods.
Singapore's State Coroner has released findings into the deaths of two teenagers who died after consuming methamphetamine they had manufactured themselves. Both had fatal drug levels in their systems.
Kelantan authorities arrested a 35-year-old tow truck operator following discovery of 6,000 methamphetamine pills in a vehicle. The narcotics seizure, valued at RM60,000, marks another significant drug interception in the northern state.
Penang police have dismantled a significant drug processing network, arresting a 40-year-old suspect and seizing over RM450,000 in liquid methamphetamine during an operation in Nobong Tebal.