Mission to Curb the Candy‑Cannabis Craze
In a single month‑long sweep, Singapore’s Central Narcotics Bureau (CNB) swept through the island and hauled in a staggering 117 suspected drug offenders between Oct 10 and 21.
The raids were not your typical “small‑time” takedown – the seized stash was worth a cool $19,000 on the streets.
What the sniffers caught
| Item | Quantity | Price tag (approx) |
|---|---|---|
| Heroin | 38 g | Littered across the U‑turn street |
| Crystal meth (“Ice”) | 52 g | Crystal‑clear menace |
| Cannabis | 254 g + 180 g of concentrates | Potted, rolled, smoked – all in the same basket |
| CBD & hemp seed oils | 3‑plant potted finds | “Health” juice the kids actually munch on |
| Ecstasy | 4 g tablets | Party‑goers’ “bestie” |
| LSD | 5 stamps | Tiny, potent |
| GHB (a.k.a. “Liquid Baby”) | 1 bottle | Potential elixir of unforgettable nights |
Parcel Post Station Alert:ICA officers found a batch of five candy packets – and the crate’s “sweet” was not so sweet after all.
The “candy‑cannabis” deep‑cut
The CNB warns: “We’re seeing a new plant‑in‑a‑popcorn‑trend!”
Some folks have taken the thrill of a candy binge and plugged in cannabis (yes, real marijuana), then mixed it into everything from chocolate bars to cupcakes. It’s a trick that’s invisible to the unsuspecting youth and, frankly, a nightmare for parents.
Parents, take the lead:1. Keep an eye on the pantry.2. Talk – remind kids they shouldn’t treat or taste “unknown” goodies or bolster the idea that “just because it’s buried in chocolate, it’s safe.”Some smugglers even masquerade CBD oil and hemp seed oil as high‑health “products,” striding the line between wellness and weaponry.
Quick‑fire follow‑up raids
Their home tipped off the drug kit – full of parachutes, bits, and wires.
A 30‑year‑old man nabbed for receiving 19 packets of candy.
The house? Three potted “mysterious” plants, all likely cannabis.
Bottom line
The CNB’s sweep demonstrates that kids are no longer the sole target; anyone buying “sweet” drugs can get caught in a sudden spotlight. With a $19,000 haul underscoring the stakes, authorities are pressing for stricter oversight on food‑based drug gimmicks, while parents are urged to keep a vigilant watch over what’s inside the kitchen boxes.
Bedok Reservoir Bedlam: When Potted Plants Turn Out to Be A‑Plan B
Picture this: a neighborhood homeowner, a sack of soil, and a bunch of green leaves. Seemingly innocent? Not for the Central Narcotics Bureau (CNB), whose agents just fired up their detective hats in Bedok Reservoir Road and discovered that those “potted plants” were actually part of a cannabis conspiracy.
How It Unfolds
- Unexpected discovery: cabinets filled with herbs that are apparently harvest‑ready marijuana.
- no covered but legal reasons to grow or trade those assets.
- CNB is on the case – a full-fledged investigation is underway.
Why It’s a Serious Deal
The law’s clear as glass: you can’t possess, consume, import, export, or traffic cannabis or any cannabis derivatives. Repeat offenders or those who cultivate the plant with intent can end up on a 20‑year jail sentence, face a fine of up to $40,000, or both.
Got a Suspicious Plant or a Concerned Kid?
Let’s keep the neighborhood safe: grab your phone, dial 1800‑325‑6666 and call the CNB hotline. Whether it’s a “green” suspect in your pantry or a teenager dabbling in street‑smell products, the authorities want your intel.
From The Straits Times
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Everyone keep your eyes wide open; it might just be a pot of weed in your own garden!
