On 23 October 2017, an arriving Malaysia-registered motorcycle, driven by a lone 27-year-old male Malaysian, was directed for further checks at Tuas Checkpoint.
Officers from Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) and Central Narcotics Bureau (CNB) uncovered two bundles of suspected controlled drug wrapped in black tape hidden inside the left and right fairings of the motorcycle. The man was placed under arrest and the case was handed over to the CNB for further investigations. The two bundles were later found to contain a total of about 1kg of cannabis, estimated to be worth about S$10,000.
Under the Misuse of Drugs Act, those convicted of trafficking in more than 500g of cannabis may face the death penalty. 1,000g of cannabis is sufficient to feed the addiction of about 143 abusers for a week.
Such method of concealment is a cause of concern as it may be used by persons with ill intent to smuggle security items into Singapore.
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Source: FB post by Immigration & Checkpoints Authority