![Iklan](https://elskynews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Altimet-RidhuanTee-LaguRaya-LaguRayaModen-HiburanMalaysia-SelebritiMalaysia-TrendingMalaysia-ViralMalaysia-MusicMalaysia-EntertainmentNews-1.png")
KUALA LUMPUR,June, 2026 – Two men were arrested after allegedly attempting to hide hundreds of packets of ketum drink in a forested area near Jalan Pintasan Pasir Mas in Kelantan.
According to Malay Mail, the suspects, aged 26 and 36, were detained during a raid by the General Operations Force (GOF) at about 6.05pm on Wednesday, June 3, 2026. The two men reportedly tried to flee into a nearby forest after noticing enforcement personnel at the location.
GOF Southeast Brigade commander SAC Ahmad Radzi Hussain said an initial inspection of a Perodua Kelisa and a motorcycle used by the suspects uncovered nine packets of ketum drink.
Further questioning and information obtained from the suspects later led enforcement officers to a hidden storage site in a forested area near the raid location. There, personnel discovered an ice box and three polystyrene containers containing 312 packets of ketum drink.
Authorities also seized the Perodua Kelisa and a Honda motorcycle believed to have been used in the activity. The total value of the seizure, including the vehicles, was estimated at RM23,220.
Initial investigations found that both suspects had allegedly been involved in processing and selling ketum drink since March 2025. Investigators believe customers would come directly to the location in the evenings to buy the drink at RM10 per packet.
The ketum leaves used in the activity are believed to have been obtained from a local supplier. This suggests that the operation may have involved a local supply chain, from sourcing leaves to processing and selling the drink to customers.
Following the arrest, both suspects were handed over to the Narcotics Criminal Investigation Division at the Pasir Mas district police headquarters for further action. The case is being investigated under Section 30(3) of the Poisons Act 1952.
The discovery of hundreds of ketum drink packets hidden in a forested area highlights the methods allegedly used by suspects to avoid detection. Instead of keeping all items in vehicles or at a visible stall, the packets were reportedly stored away from the main area, making the activity less obvious to the public.
The case also shows how enforcement agencies continue to monitor areas near roads, villages and forested locations that may be used for illegal storage or distribution activities. In this incident, the suspects’ attempt to flee into the forest did not prevent authorities from uncovering the hidden supply.
Ketum-related offences remain a concern in several parts of Malaysia, especially when the drink is processed, packed and sold commercially without approval. Although ketum leaves have traditional uses, the sale and distribution of processed ketum drink can fall under enforcement action when it breaches existing laws.
The alleged pricing of RM10 per packet also indicates that the activity was not only for personal use, but may have been part of a regular selling operation. With 312 packets found at the hidden site, authorities are likely to examine whether the suspects had a wider customer network in the area.
The seizure of both a car and motorcycle is also important to the investigation. Vehicles are often used to transport supplies, move products between locations or deliver items to customers. Investigators may now look into how the vehicles were used and whether other individuals were involved.
For local communities, the case may raise concern over illegal ketum drink sales taking place close to residential or public areas. Activities of this nature can affect public safety and may attract buyers to hidden or remote locations, especially in the evening.
The involvement of the GOF Southeast Brigade also reflects the role of security forces in supporting anti-smuggling, narcotics and illegal distribution enforcement, particularly in states close to border areas such as Kelantan.
Although both men have been arrested, they remain suspects at this stage. Further investigation will determine the full extent of the alleged activity, including where the ketum leaves were sourced, how long the operation had been active and whether more people were involved.
Overall, the arrest of the two men near Pasir Mas marks another enforcement action against illegal ketum drink activity in Kelantan. With 312 packets found hidden in a forested area and seizures worth more than RM23,000, the case highlights ongoing efforts by authorities to curb unauthorised processing and sale of ketum drink.
