SEMPORNA: Police arrested a foreign man and seized 50.08 grammes of drugs believed to be Syabu following an operation at Kampung Selamat here on May 29.
District Police Chief, Superintendent Tan Hiap Wah, said acting on information about drug trafficking, a team from the Narcotic Crime Investigation Division conducted intelligence and surveillance in the area at around 2am.
During the operation, the team spotted a man acting suspiciously and detained him for inspection.
“Inspection revealed a plastic packet containing substances believed to be Syabu, weighing 50.08 grammes and estimated to be worth RM5,000.
“The 38-year-old suspect was detained for investigation under Section 39B of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952,” he said.
Tan stressed that police will continue to intensify efforts to combat drug trafficking in the district and will take uncompromising action against anyone involved.
He also urged the public to provide information related to crime and drugs to the police to help ensure the safety and well-being of the community.
