20 individuals were detained in a Special Tape Op in Kuching

KUCHING, Oct 14: A total of 20 individuals were arrested for various drug offences in the Special Tapis Op conducted by Kuching Regional Police Headquarters (IPD) over three days, from October 11 to yesterday.

Kuching Regional Police Chief ACP Alexson Naga Anak Chabu said the operation was aimed at curbing drug distribution and abuse activities around the city.

"Of the total arrests, three individuals were detained under Section 39A (1) of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952, five persons under Section 12 (2) of the same act, while 12 others were detained under Section 15 (1) (a).

"The operation also saw the seizure of 6.08 grams of suspected methamphetamine and 35 milliliters of suspected cannabis liquid, with an estimated total value of RM7,386", he said in a statement today.

According to him, the success of the operation was a result of ongoing research and public cooperation in helping the police crack down on drug activity.

"We will not compromise with any party involved in drug trafficking activities, besides reminding that possession, distribution or protection of drug activity is a serious offense on the legal side", he stressed.

People with information related to drug activities can contact the Drug Crime Investigation Department (JSJN) Hotline on 012-208 7222 or JSJN IPK Sarawak Hotline on 017-592 9211.-TVS