S’pore man arrested in Vietnam for allegedly smuggling 10kg of drugs in from Cambodia
A 39 year-old Singaporean man, Cher, was arrested, along with a Vietnamese man, on charges of attempting to smuggle drugs into Vietnam from Cambodia.
A 39 year-old Singaporean man, Cher, was arrested, along with a Vietnamese man, on charges of attempting to smuggle drugs into Vietnam from Cambodia.
 |
Specifically, Cher was involved in smuggling crystal meth.
He was caught along with a 36-year old Vietnamese man by Vietnamese authorities.
 |
Image from Tienphong
According to media reports from Vietnam, the men were caught when police searched the Honda they were in.
There, the police apparently found 10kg of crystal meth in their possession.
They also found US$3,000 (S$4,058) in the man’s bag.
 |
Image from Tienphong
According to the Vietnamese law, those convicted of smuggling over 600 grams of heroin or more than 2.5 kg of methamphetamine are punishable by death.
VNF
Recommended
World
Easing of US-China Tariffs: Markets React Positively, Experts Remain Cautious
The temporary tariff truce between the US and China has brought positive signals to global markets; however, experts warn that uncertainties and risks remain due to the absence of long-term commitments.
May 14, 2025 | 23:36
World
India strikes back at terrorists with Operation Sindoor
India’s response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack has taken a decisive turn with the launch of Operation Sindoor, a traditional vermilion red or orange-red or maroon cosmetic powder from South Asia, usually worn by married women along the part of their hairline.
May 08, 2025 | 14:00
World
India sending Holy Relics of Lord Buddha to Vietnam a special gesture, has generated tremendous spiritual faith: Kiren Rijiju
India sending Holy Relics of Lord Buddha to Vietnam "is a special gesture" by the government and lakhs of devotees have paid their respects and highlights the deep spiritual link between the two countries, Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju has said.
May 07, 2025 | 17:10
World
Why the India-US Sonobuoy Co-Production Agreement Matters
Cooperation with the U.S. is helping to enhance India’s maritime domain awareness and undersea surveillance.
May 05, 2025 | 07:00
World
Vietnam’s 50-year Reunification Celebration Garners Argentine Press’s Attention
The April 30, 1975 triumph stands as one of the most remarkable milestones in the Vietnamese people’s history of national building and defence.
May 03, 2025 | 10:50
World
"Will continue offering our full support to Indian govt": US FBI Director after Pahalgam attack
FBI Director Kash Patel on Sunday offered condolences to all the victims of the recent terror attack in J&K's Pahalgam and affirmed the "full support" of the US to the Indian government.
April 28, 2025 | 22:45
World
"Great Leader": JD Vance Lauds PM Modi During His India Visit
United States Vice President JD Vance also expressed gratitude for hosting his family at the PM's residence in New Delhi and said that PM Modi was "incredibly kind to my family."
April 24, 2025 | 15:14
World
Trump’s Tariff Pause: A Strategic Move from “The Art of the Deal”?
White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt stated that President Donald Trump’s unexpected reversal on tariff policy was part of the “art of the deal”, a reference to his 1987 book of the same name.
April 18, 2025 | 15:37