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Three Japanese Nationals Arrested for Smuggling RM4.2M Cannabis

12/1/2025

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Three Japanese nationals were arrested on November 18 for attempting to smuggle 43.36 kilograms of cannabis valued at RM4.2 million at Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
The Royal Malaysian Customs Department discovered the drugs concealed in plastic packages within dried food during luggage scans.
The suspects, aged 19 to 42, were transferred to the Customs Enforcement Division for investigation under Section 39B of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952, which carries severe penalties, including the death penalty.
Customs officials highlighted the threat of drug smuggling to national security and encouraged public reporting of suspicious activities.

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Three Japanese nationals were arrested on November 18 for attempting to smuggle 43.36 kilograms of cannabis valued at RM4.2 million at Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
The Royal Malaysian Customs Department discovered the drugs concealed in plastic packages within dried food during luggage scans.
The suspects, aged 19 to 42, were transferred to the Customs Enforcement Division for investigation under Section 39B of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952, which carries severe penalties, including the death penalty.
Customs officials highlighted the threat of drug smuggling to national security and encouraged public reporting of suspicious activities.