By: Nurul Fazliana Norman
KUDAT: Nov 3, 2026 — Drug distribution activities in this district continue to be detected by the authorities after a man and a woman in their 30s and 40s were detained in an operation at about 12.30am the day before yesterday.
A search by a team of officers and personnel from the Kudat District Police Headquarters (IPD) on the female suspect found a transparent plastic packet containing clear crystalline chunks believed to be syabu weighing 50.62 grams. The seizure is estimated to be worth RM5,000.
Both suspects were brought to the Kudat IPD together with the seized items for further action.
Initial urine screening tests found the female suspect positive for amphetamine and methamphetamine. The male suspect tested negative.
Checks of past criminal records found that both suspects have records of offences under the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952.
The case is being investigated under Section 39B of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952. Both suspects have been subjected to a seven-day remand application to assist further investigation.
Kudat District Police Chief SUPT Mohd Harish J Ibrahim said his team will continue to intensify efforts to combat drug abuse and distribution activities, particularly in this district.
He also encouraged the public to channel information to help the police combat drug crime for the safety and well-being of the community.
Source: Kudat District Police
