'Bagok' Denies Recurrent Drug Abuse Charges in Langkawi Court

In Langkawi, a man identified as 'Bagok,' reportedly linked to drug trafficking activities, has once again faced the court, this time for drug abuse. Zuhaimi Saad, 47, a laborer, pleaded not guilty to charges of using amphetamine and methamphetamine at the Langkawi District Police Headquarters' Narcotics Criminal Investigation Division office on April 10. This latest charge underscores a persistent struggle with substance abuse and the law.

This is far from 'Bagok's' first encounter with the justice system for drug offenses. Court records reveal he has a history of convictions under similar sections of the Dangerous Drugs Act (ADB) 1952. He previously received a six-month jail sentence and three years of supervision in August 2023, followed by a seven-month jail sentence and two years of supervision in January 2024 for related offenses. His repeated offenses now place him under Section 39C(1) of the ADB, which carries a minimum of five years and a maximum of seven years in prison, along with possible caning and supervised release.

The Kedah Police Commissioner, Datuk Adzli Abu Shah, noted that the accused has an extensive criminal record, including offenses under the Penal Code and the Firearms Act, in addition to multiple drug-related charges. Despite his alleged involvement in drug trafficking, today's charge specifically pertains to his personal drug use. The court denied bail, and the case is set for mention on June 25. Utusan Malaysia will continue to report on this case as it progresses, highlighting the ongoing efforts to combat drug-related crime in the region.