74 arrested in CNB island-wide operation as nightlife sweep tests 86 for drugs — two Singaporeans nabbed for suspected trafficking in Cassia Crescent and Jalan Bukit Ho Swee

SINGAPORE: The Central Narcotics Bureau (CNB) has arrested 74 suspected drug offenders in an island-wide anti-drug operation from Oct 5 to 9, 2026, seizing controlled drugs worth more than S$48,600, including heroin, Ice, cannabis, ketamine, Erimin-5 tablets, LSD stamps, liquid GHB, and methadone.

According to CNB, the heroin, Ice, and cannabis seized could potentially feed the addiction of 224 abusers for a week.

Areas covered during the operation included Bedok, Hougang, Sengkang, and Jurong.

Two Singaporeans arrested for suspected trafficking

On the morning of Oct 5, CNB officers arrested a 30-year-old Singaporean man at his residential unit near Cassia Crescent for suspected drug trafficking, recovering approximately 49 g of cannabis and drug paraphernalia from the unit.

Follow-up investigations led officers to a residential unit near Jalan Bukit Ho Swee, where a 38-year-old Singaporean man was arrested for suspected drug trafficking. Ten Erimin-5 tablets were found in his bag. Further investigation led to the recovery of a plastic bag containing approximately 17 g of cannabis, two LSD stamps, and drug paraphernalia at the rubbish chute on the first floor, along with two rolled-up cannabis joints found beside the chute.

Nightlife establishments sweep on Oct 8

On the night of Oct 8, CNB led a multi-agency operation at several nightlife establishments involving officers from the SPF, HSA, and SCDF.

A total of 119 persons were checked during the joint operation, with 86 administered saliva tests on suspicion of drug consumption.

CNB said it will continue working closely with law enforcement partners to strengthen deterrence against drug abuse and ensure public spaces, including nightlife establishments, remain safe and orderly.