Two Singaporean men arrested for smuggling cough syrup
On Tuesday (3 Dec), two Singaporean men were arrested in Johor, Malaysia, for smuggling a large quantity of cough syrup.
According to local authorities, the men smuggled the drugs using a luxury yacht while pretending to ferry customers on fishing trips.
A total of 130 litres of cough syrup, valued at RM75,150 (S$22,760), was seized during the operation.
Source: China Press
More than S$100K of goods seized
The arrests took place when police raided a dock in Masai, Johor. The two suspects, aged 45 and 50, were apprehended along with five tubs of cough syrup stashed in fishing barrels.
The 45-year-old suspect also tested positive for Nimetazepam, a hypnotic drug.
Aside from cough syrup, authorities also seized additional items during the raid, including the RM270,000 (S$80,000) yacht, an engine, a set of keys, and four mobile phones.
The total haul of seized goods is estimated at RM460,000 (S$139,000), making this the largest cough syrup bust in Malaysia this year.
Source: China Press
Exchange done on international waters
According to local authorities, the men sourced the cough syrup in Malaysia and transported it out to international waters at night, where the transactions took place.
Reports indicate they made five to six trips every night, earning approximately RM200 (S$60) per trip.
The confiscated batch was reportedly intended for overseas distribution, potentially for the manufacturing of other drugs.
Both men will remain in custody until 7 Dec to assist with investigations.
Also read: Police in Thailand discover nearly S$4M worth of drugs hidden in Buddha statues
Police in Thailand discover nearly S$4M worth of drugs hidden in Buddha statues
Have news you must share? Get in touch with us via email at news@mustsharenews.com.
Featured image adapted from China Press.
