Police arrest a couple for allegedly cultivating ganja plants in their rented Bangsar condominium unit, seizing drugs and jewellery.
KUALA LUMPUR: A couple was arrested for allegedly growing marijuana plants in their rented condominium unit in Bangsar.
Brickfields district police chief ACP Hoo Chang Hook said the arrest occurred during a raid by the Kuala Lumpur Narcotics Crime Investigation Department around 11.30 pm last night.
Police discovered two suspected ganja plants and 27 grammes of dried leaves believed to be marijuana during the inspection.
The seized drugs have an estimated street value of approximately RM1,210.
The 48-year-old male suspect confessed to learning cultivation techniques through an online video platform.
He tested positive for drug use and has a previous record for similar offences.
Authorities also arrested his 40-year-old girlfriend during the operation.
Police confiscated two mobile phones and several jewellery items including three necklaces, four pendants and two rings.
Both unemployed suspects have been remanded for further investigation.
They are being investigated under Section 6B and Section 15(1)(a) of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952. – Bernama
