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Ex-civil servants among 37 caught high on meth in AADK's Sarikei drug crackdown

Borneo Post

5 days ago

Borneo Post

Ex-civil servants among 37 caught high on meth in AADK's Sarikei drug crackdown

AADK officers inspecting an individual during the operation. SARIKEI (May 30): A total of 37 individuals, including three former male civil servants, six women, and 28 other men, have tested positive for methamphetamine following a Special Preventive Operation conducted by the National Anti-Drugs Agency (AADK) Sarawak. The operation took place across the Sarikei District from May 26 to 28 as part of ongoing efforts to combat drug abuse in the region. During the operation, 44 individuals were detained, screened, and subjected to urine tests. Of these, 37 tested positive for methamphetamine use. The operation was led by Sarikei District AADK Chief Dalin Nani George and involved officers from both the Sarawak State AADK and Sarikei District AADK. Support was also provided by several other enforcement agencies and departments, including the Malaysian Civil Defence Force (APM), the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM), the People's Volunteer Corps (Rela), and local community leaders (KMKK). All individuals who tested positive are being investigated under Section 3(1)(a) of the Drug Addicts (Treatment and Rehabilitation) Act 1983. Meanwhile, two other individuals were handed over to the police for further investigation under Section 12(2) of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952. AADK stated that it will continue to conduct regular and large-scale preventive and enforcement operations to address drug and substance abuse in Sarawak. The agency also called for cooperation from all sectors to help safeguard communities and maintain drug-free environments. aadk drugs operation Sarikei

Two men in Johor claim trial to vandalism, drug offences

The Star

7 days ago

The Star

Two men in Johor claim trial to vandalism, drug offences

JOHOR BARU: Two men believed to be part of an unlicensed moneylending syndicate appeared in three separate Magistrates' Courts here for multiple charges of vandalism and drug-related offences. The accused, R. Sahswin, 25, and P. Yugendran, 31, pleaded guilty to all charges and were fined on Wednesday (May 28). Before Magistrate A. Shaarmini, both men were fined RM4,500 each, or face 12 months' imprisonment if they fail to pay. They were found guilty of splashing paint on the gate of a victim's house on Jalan Jenawi 8, Taman Puteri Wangsa, at around 10.57pm on May 1, causing damages exceeding RM35. Separately, before Magistrate Nabilah Nizam, Sahswin was fined RM1,000 for each of two charges: one for splashing paint on a house (causing RM35 in damages) and another for vandalising a Honda City car (causing RM350 in damages). These incidents occurred on Jalan Lading 11, Taman Puteri Wangsa, around 10.40pm on May 1, and on Jalan Tun Abdul Razak at 12.20pm on April 27, respectively. Yugendran was also fined RM2,200 or 12 months' jail by Magistrate Atifah Hazimah Wahab for splashing red paint on a house gate on Jalan Hang Jebat 4, Taman Skudai Baru, around 3.12pm on April 28, causing more than RM249 in damages. All these acts fall under Section 427 of the Penal Code, which provides for a maximum of five years' imprisonment, a fine, or both if convicted. Sahswin was also charged with criminal intimidation after allegedly issuing a written threat to burn a house at the same location in Taman Puteri Wangsa on May 9, at about 3.20pm. The threat was made anonymously via a notice, and the charge falls under Section 507 of the Penal Code, which carries a penalty of up to two years in jail, a fine, or both upon conviction. He pleaded not guilty before Magistrate Shaarmini, who set bail at RM4,000 and scheduled June 11 for the next mention for document submission. Sahswin then pleaded guilty before Magistrate Shaarmini, where he was fined RM2,500 or six months' jail for consuming dangerous drugs after testing positive at the Johor Baru North police district narcotics unit at 3.55pm on May 15. Yugendran faced a similar charge before Magistrate Nabilah and was fined RM1,800 or six months' jail after pleading guilty for testing positive for drugs at 4am on the same day. Both were charged under Section 15(1)(a) of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952 and ordered to undergo two years of supervision by the National Anti-Drugs Agency (AADK). In another case before Magistrate Atifah Hazimah, Sahswin, Yugendran, and a third accused, S.K. Kiren, 24, pleaded not guilty to possessing 20.04g of cannabis on Jalan Inang 7, Taman Skudai Baru, at around 11.40pm on May 14. They were charged under Section 6 of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952, read with Section 34 of the Penal Code, which carries a maximum of five years' imprisonment and up to nine strokes of the cane if found guilty. Bail was set at RM5,000 each, with one surety. Deputy Public Prosecutors Nor Afiqah Musa and Nik Noratini Nik Azman prosecuted the cases, while lawyer V. Pushparajan represented all the accused.

[UPDATED] 10.5pct drop in drug addicts due to Kelantan 'rat route' closures

New Straits Times

20-05-2025

New Straits Times

[UPDATED] 10.5pct drop in drug addicts due to Kelantan 'rat route' closures

PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia has recorded a 10.5 per cent decrease in the number of drug addicts in the first quarter of this year, primarily driven by a decline in Kelantan. Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said that this reduction followed government efforts to close illegal entry points in four states, including Kelantan, which were previously identified as major routes for drug smuggling. As of March 2025, a total of 108,409 drug addicts and substance abusers have been detected nationwide, with 60 per cent of the cases involving new addicts. "This marks a 10.5 per cent decrease compared to 121,170 cases recorded during the same period in 2024. The drop can be attributed to the decline in numbers in Kelantan, which is closely linked to our efforts to shut down illegal entry points — one of the main contributors to the influx of drugs," he said. He said that when the government launched enforcement operations, it also intensified awareness programmes. "The data shows that four states near the border — Kelantan, Terengganu, Perlis, and Kedah — are most affected. We have increased police operations, tightened border controls, and conducted more awareness talks. "As a result, we are seeing a decline. However, it's still too early to draw definitive conclusions. According to National Anti-Drugs Agency (Nada) director-general Datuk Ruslin Juson, we need to observe the second and third quarters to gain a clearer picture," he added. Saifuddin has set a new target of limiting the number of new drug users to 60,000. Based on manual analysis by Nada, he said the districts with the highest number of drug-related cases, included Pendang, Kuala Krai, Pasir Putih, and Tanah Merah. He said that individuals involved in drugs were often prone to committing other crimes. "From 395,000 raw data entries we receive every month through police reports, analysis reveals that if someone is already involved under Section 15(1)(b) of the Dangerous Drugs Act — drug use — they are likely to be involved in up to 28 other types of crimes. If they are involved in minor drug possession under Section 12(2) of the same Act, they have the potential to commit up to 11 other crimes," he said. Saifuddin also announced a collaboration between Nada and the National Geospatial Centre to develop an application for drug profiling.

AADK probes Negri director's alleged misconduct

The Star

20-05-2025

The Star

AADK probes Negri director's alleged misconduct

PUTRAJAYA: Swift action will be taken by the National Anti-Drugs Agency (AADK) following allegations of misconduct involving its Negri Sembilan director, who allegedly ordered a daytime raid on a nightclub despite reports of criminal activity occurring at night. AADK director-general Datuk Ruslin Jusoh said strict action will be taken against any staff found guilty, in accordance with existing laws. 'AADK does not tolerate misconduct or integrity breaches by its personnel,' he said in a statement yesterday, Bernama reported. According to media reports, the Enforcement Agency Integrity Commission (EAIC) has referred its recommendation for disciplinary action against the director to AADK's Disciplinary Authority. The director was also alleged to have conducted the raid without the required approval from the Enforcement Division at AADK headquarters. Ruslin added that AADK will continue working closely with EAIC to uphold good governance, especially in addressing integrity-related complaints. He also reminded all staff to carry out their duties responsibly and with integrity, in full compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs) and the Anti-Bribery Management System (ABMS).

AADK to act on misconduct claims involving Negeri Sembilan director

The Sun

19-05-2025

The Sun

AADK to act on misconduct claims involving Negeri Sembilan director

PUTRAJAYA: The National Anti-Drugs Agency (AADK) will take swift action following allegations of misconduct involving its Negeri Sembilan director, who allegedly ordered a daytime raid on a nightclub despite reports of criminal activity occurring at night. AADK director-general Datuk Ruslin Jusoh said strict action will be taken against any staff found guilty, in accordance with existing laws. 'AADK does not tolerate misconduct or integrity breaches by its personnel,' he said in a statement today. According to media reports, the Enforcement Agency Integrity Commission (EAIC) has referred its recommendation for disciplinary action against the director to AADK's Disciplinary Authority. The director was also alleged to have conducted the raid without the required approval from the Enforcement Division at AADK headquarters. Ruslin added that AADK will continue working closely with EAIC to uphold good governance, especially in addressing integrity-related complaints. He also reminded all staff to carry out their duties responsibly and with integrity, in full compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs) and the Anti-Bribery Management System (ABMS)