On 16 May 2015, the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) and the Central Narcotics Bureau (CNB) arrested a male drug offender and seized about 2kg of cannabis. The drug haul had an estimated street value of more than S$66,000.

 2.        At about 5.10am, a 22-year-old male Malaysian was directed for routine checks upon arrival at the Woodlands Checkpoint.  During the course of the checks, an ICA officer uncovered two blocks suspected to be cannabis strapped to the front and back of the man's body. CNB officers were immediately alerted of the detection.

3.         Investigation on the man is ongoing.  Under the Misuse of Drugs Act, those convicted of importing more than 500g of cannabis[1] may face the death penalty.

4.         The Home Team agencies will continue to conduct checks on passengers and vehicles at the checkpoints to prevent attempts to smuggle in undesirable persons, drugs, weapons, explosives and other contrabands.

IMMIGRATION & CHECKPOINTS AUTHORITY

CENTRAL NARCOTICS BUREAU

16 MAY 2015