KUCHING: A local man with a history of offences was arrested for allegedly possessing suspected methamphetamine last Sunday (Nov 30).
The Sarawak Narcotics Crime Investigation Department (NCID) made the arrest in Kampung Semariang Jaya, seizing a plastic packet containing 5.30g of suspected methamphetamine, estimated to be worth RM583.
Initial urine test showed the 34-year-old suspect tested positive for amphetamine and methamphetamine.
Background checks also found that he has nine previous drug-related records.
The suspect is being remanded until Dec 3 to assist investigations under Section 39A(1) of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952, which provides for a jail term of up to five years and up to nine strokes of the cane.
Police say they remain committed to combating drugs to safeguard both current and future generations.
Members of the public are urged to continue providing information via Bukit Aman NCID hotline at 012-2087222 or Sarawak NCID hotline at 017-5929211.
