Two men are accused of embezzling RM5.3 million in Kuching

KUCHING, Oct 9: Two local men were indicted in Kuching Magistrate Court on October 7 for allegedly distributing 32.73 kilograms of Erimin 5 drugs worth RM3.3 million.

Sarawak Police Acting Commissioner, DCP Saifullizan Ishak said that the two suspects aged 25 and 39 were arrested by the Sarawak Drug Crime Investigation Department (JSJN) during an operation at the Kuching International Airport arrival hall on September 28.

"The syndicate is believed to have been active since August 2026, with modus operandi obtaining drug supplies from Johor Bahru before taking it to Kuching via flight for distribution around the city".

He said this at a press conference at the Sarawak Kontinental Police Headquarters (IPK) here, today.

According to him, the total amount of seized drugs is estimated to harm up to 163,650 individuals.

The initial investigation found that both suspects admitted the transaction was their second attempt after the first transaction passed the examination.

"For each transaction, these two men get a salary of RM5,000 each", he said.

He also announced that the police have identified individuals who are believed to be hiring both suspects and are tracking them.

Early urine screening found the 25-year-old suspect positive for methamphetamine, amphetamine and benzodiazepine, while another suspect drug negative.

A criminal record check found the 25-year-old suspect had three previous records, including one drug offense and two felony counts, while the 39-year-old suspect had two criminal counts.

Both suspects were detained for eight days, from September 30 to October 7, 2026, before being charged under Section 39B of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952.

If convicted, they could be sentenced to death or life in prison. If they are not sentenced to death, they also face at least 12 suspended sentences.

Meanwhile, JSJN Sarawak reaffirmed its commitment to continue enforcement actions to contain drug distribution networks, including detecting and disabling syndicates operating at all levels.

People with information about drug trafficking activities can access it via the JSJN hotline at 012-208 7222. - TVS