LAHAD DATU: Police arrested a suspected drug dealer and seized 50.73 grams of substance believed to be syabu in an Op Tapis operation at Kampung Pasusul, Felda Sahabat 18, here on Saturday.
District Acting Police Chief, Supt. Jimmy Panyau said, the drugs were found inside an ice cream container inside one of the rooms in the house.
The 46-year-old Filipino man was also tested positive for consuming amphetamine and methamphetamine.
Following the operation, the team also seized equipment believed to be used in the drug abuse activities.
“Two vehicles, a motorcycle and a Four Wheel Drive (4WD) were also seized in the operation.
“The suspect is now being investigated under Section 39B of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952,” he said.
According to Jimmy, police are actively tracking down the syndicate network and the modus operandi linked to the suspect,
Police also urged the public to continue channeling information to the police to combat drug activities for the safety of the community.
