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Local arrested for drugs in Penampang
Published on: Monday, July 28, 2025
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 Local arrested for drugs in Penampang
The suspect being detained.
PENAMPANG: Police arrested a 40-year-old local man and confiscated 70.32 grams of suspected methamphetamine (Syabu) worth RM10,500 in a drug bust here, Saturday.  

Police conducted the raid at around 4.30pm and found seven transparent plastic packets containing crystalline substances believed to be Syabu.  

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The suspect tested positive for methamphetamine/amphetamine in a urine test. 

Penampang District Police Chief Supt Sammy Newton warned the public against drug involvement and urged cooperation in reporting illegal activities.  

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“Substance abuse and trafficking are serious crimes. We will continue enforcement to protect the community,” he said.  
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