MELAKA – A Singaporean man and his Malaysian wife have been arrested by Melaka police for allegedly distributing drug-laced vape liquids and various narcotics to schoolchildren across the state. The couple, aged 41 and 38 respectively, were apprehended at their rented home in Jasin Bestari on the morning of May 26, marking the end of a three-month covert investigation by the Jasin district narcotics unit.
According to Melaka Police Chief Deputy Commissioner Dzulkhairi Mukhtar, the operation uncovered a disturbing pattern of drug distribution involving young students. The suspects are believed to have marketed their products—ranging from vape liquids infused with ketamine to party drugs like ecstasy and Erimin 5—via social media and through discreet personal contacts. “Preliminary investigations show they were operating an extensive network, targeting vulnerable communities, especially schoolchildren,” said Mr Dzulkhairi at a press briefing on May 27.
During the raid, officers seized a significant amount of illegal substances, including 127.5 millilitres of ketamine vape liquid, 212 ecstasy pills, 212 Erimin 5 pills, 13.7 grams of methamphetamine, 10 grams of cannabis, and 80 grams of ketamine powder. These quantities were enough to supply an estimated 786 individual drug users. Police also confiscated a car and a motorcycle, believed to have been used in the distribution network. The total street value of the drugs and assets recovered is estimated at RM32,650 (around S$9,900).
Both suspects tested positive for methamphetamine during urine screening. They have been remanded for seven days as police continue investigations under Section 39B of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952. This section carries the mandatory death penalty upon conviction.
Mr Dzulkhairi emphasised that the couple’s activities posed a severe threat to public health and safety, particularly among youth. “This case serves as a grave reminder of how the drug trade is evolving, with traffickers exploiting digital platforms to reach our children,” he said.
Authorities are now working closely with local schools, community leaders, and national anti-drug agencies to prevent further incidents and raise awareness among parents and educators. The investigation is ongoing, and police have not ruled out the involvement of additional suspects or wider networks.