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Eight police officers arrested in ketum water investigation
Bukit Aman has confirmed the arrest of eight police personnel as part of an ongoing investigation into illicit ketum water activities. Nine individuals in total were detained on suspicion of involvement in the operation.
LSN Malaysia ·
KUALA LUMPUR — The Royal Malaysian Police headquarters at Bukit Aman has confirmed the arrest of eight police officers as part of a crackdown on unauthorised ketum water activities, with nine individuals apprehended in total.
The detained police personnel are currently undergoing investigation for their alleged involvement in the operation. Ketum, also known as kratom, is a plant-based substance whose regulation in Malaysia remains a matter of ongoing enforcement concern for authorities.
The arrests represent a significant development in efforts to combat illicit trade and production of ketum-related products. Investigations are continuing to determine the full extent of the activities and the roles played by those detained.
The operation underscores the police force's commitment to maintaining internal discipline and investigating allegations of misconduct involving its own personnel. Further details regarding the nature of charges and the identity of the detained individuals are expected to be released following completion of the initial investigation phase.