Four Filipinos held for drugs in Lahad Datu

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2 Oct 2025 • 8:40 AM MYT
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LAHAD DATU: Police detained four Filipinos during a raid under “Op Gempur Khas” at an unnumbered house in Kampung Dengan, Jalan Tungku, Tuesday.

District Police Chief ACP Dzulbaharin Ismail said officers found two packets of suspected Syabu weighing 0.32 grammes.

All suspects, aged 19 to 29, tested positive for Amphetamine and Methamphetamine and are currently in custody for further investigation.

“The case is being investigated under Section 12(2) and Section 15(1)(a) of the Dangerous Drug Act 1952,” said Dzulbaharin, emphasizing the Lahad Datu Police’s commitment to combating drug-related crimes.