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Malaysia Police Investigate Alleged Ketum Juice Sales at Paka R&R
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Malaysia Police Investigate Alleged Ketum Juice Sales at Paka R&R

From Utusan Malaysia · () Malay

Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Malaysian police are investigating alleged open sales of "air ketum" (ketum leaf juice) at the Paka R&R area.
  • The investigation was prompted by two viral videos showing the suspected activity.
  • Police have increased monitoring and enforcement, particularly at public gathering spots.

Malaysian police have launched an investigation into allegations of open sales of "air ketum," a drink made from ketum leaves, at the Paka Rest and Recreation (R&R) area in Terengganu. The probe was initiated following the circulation of two video clips on social media depicting the suspected illicit trade.

Police opened an investigation into the alleged open sale of air ketum at the Paka R&R exit area, which went viral through two video recordings on social media.

— Dungun District Police Chief, Superintendent Nik Abdul Halim Nik MatAnnouncing the investigation into the alleged sales.

According to Dungun District Police Chief Superintendent Nik Abdul Halim Nik Mat, police received a report concerning the videos, which appear to show the sale of ketum juice near the Kemaman to Kuala Terengganu route. Initial investigations at the scene, however, found no ongoing sales activity matching the videos. The alleged activity is believed to have occurred during the RXZ Members 8.0 program, with the location being a main route for participants.

Initial investigations found that the incident is believed to have occurred during the RXZ Members 8.0 program, with the location being a main route for participants.

— Superintendent Nik Abdul Halim Nik MatProviding details about the suspected timing and context of the sales.

Superintendent Nik Abdul Halim emphasized that the Dungun District Police take any activity involving the sale or abuse of ketum juice, or any prohibited substances including drugs, very seriously. He stated that monitoring and enforcement efforts will be intensified, especially in areas frequented by the public and during large-scale events.

Dungun District Police view any activity involving the sale or abuse of air ketum and any prohibited items, including drug abuse, seriously.

— Superintendent Nik Abdul Halim Nik MatStating the police's stance on ketum-related activities.

If arrests or seizures are made, cases could be investigated under Section 30(3) of the Poisons Act 1952 and the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952. The ketum plant, known for its stimulant properties, is regulated in Malaysia, and its sale and processing are subject to strict laws.

If there are any arrests and seizures, the case can be investigated under Section 30(3) of the Poisons Act 1952 and the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952.

— Superintendent Nik Abdul Halim Nik MatOutlining the legal framework for potential charges.
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Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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