DSP and Sarjan nabbed after testing positive for drugs, but back on duty


GEORGE TOWN: A senior police officer and a sarjan were detained on Friday (Feb 16) after their urine tests came back positive for drugs, although no narcotics were found in their possession.

Penang deputy police chief Datuk Mohamed Usof Jan Mohamad said the 39-year-old Deputy Supt and 42-year-old sarjan from the Central Seberang Prai district headquarters tested positive for benzo and THC.

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