Smuggling Ring Busted: 15-Year-Old Arrested for Smuggling 475kg of Rice
The General Operations Force (GOF) Southeast brigade has made a significant arrest, busting a smuggling ring that was attempting to traffic 475kg of rice worth RM1,900. The suspect, a 15-year-old boy, was caught driving a car without proper documentation at Simpang Tiga Kampung Dangar, Pasir Mas, around 8am yesterday.
The Arrest and Investigation
According to General Operations Force (GOF) Southeast brigade commander Nik Ros Azhan Nik Ab Hamid, the 15-year-old boy was arrested for being the courier for the rice, valued at RM1,900, which was being transported without proper documentation. The case is being investigated under Section 20 of the Control of Padi and Rice Act 1994.
Seized Property
Police also seized the car, a Proton Persona, which was being used to transport the illicit goods.
Drug Trafficking Case
In a separate case, a 32-year-old man was arrested at 11pm yesterday for drug trafficking. The raid was carried out based on intelligence about drug trafficking during the Op Taring SKY operation.
The Discovery
During the raid, 202 Yaba pills (a combination of methamphetamine and caffeine) worth RM3,030 were found in a plastic package hidden inside the wooden wall of the kitchen in the house.
The Suspect’s Condition
The suspect, who tested positive for methamphetamine, was detained and brought to the narcotics division at the Kuala Terengganu police headquarters for further investigation.
Conclusion
The arrests highlight the ongoing efforts of the GOF and other law enforcement agencies to combat smuggling and drug trafficking in the country. The cases serve as a reminder of the consequences of engaging in illegal activities and the importance of law enforcement in keeping communities safe.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who was arrested for smuggling the rice?
A: A 15-year-old boy was arrested for smuggling the rice.
Q: What was the value of the rice?
A: The rice was valued at RM1,900.
Q: What was the type of drug found in the drug trafficking case?
A: The drug found was Yaba pills, a combination of methamphetamine and caffeine.
Q: Who was arrested for drug trafficking?
A: A 32-year-old man was arrested for drug trafficking.
Q: What was the value of the drugs found?
A: The drugs were worth RM3,030.