Major Drug Bust and Armed Robbery Rock Johor Bahru

Johor Bahru Drug Bust and Armed Robbery: RTM News Report Johor Bahru, Malaysia – May 28, 2025 – In a coordinated effort, Malaysian authorities conducted two significant operations today. First, a drug trafficking syndicate operating in Johor Bahru was dismantled, with over RM12 million worth of drugs confiscated. Police Chief Datuk M. Kumar stated, "The syndicate, active since January, used WeChat to facilitate drug transactions, storing their illicit goods in a guarded house." Seven individuals, five local men and two foreign women, were arrested. Various types of drugs, including syabu and ketamine, were seized. Authorities also confiscated five vehicles and other assets. Separately, in Kulai, a 45-year-old man, K. Murugan, pleaded guilty to armed robbery using a parang, injuring a woman. He will be sentenced tomorrow. These incidents highlight the ongoing efforts to combat crime and drug trafficking in Johor. The speed of the arrests and the significant seizures demonstrate the effectiveness of law enforcement. The ongoing investigations are expected to yield further information. The state government is also addressing the issue of parking congestion near Masjid Khadijah, while infrastructure improvements are underway in Melaka’s Pantai Sirirng.