Suspected Drug Trafficking Case in Tsim Sha Tsui: 24-Year-Old Driver Arrested

On Monday afternoon, the West Kowloon Tactical Squad discovered a suspicious private vehicle in Yau Ma Tei, and found approximately 32 grams of cocaine, 44 grams of Happy powder, and 67 electronic cigarettes containing etomidate in the car. The total value of the seized drugs is about HKD 60,000. A 24-year-old man surnamed Tsai was arrested for suspected drug trafficking, unauthorized use and transportation of a vehicle, driving without a license, and driving without third-party insurance.

Kowloon oils area witnessed a drug case. On Monday afternoon, West Kowloon Anti-Terrorist Squad officers discovered a car displaying suspicious behavior on Yim Tin Road and stopped it for an inspection. In the vehicle, approximately 32 grams of cocaine, 44 grams of "Happy Powder," and 67 smoke rods containing etomidate were found. The total value of the drugs is about HKD 60,000. The 24-year-old male driver named Tsai is suspected of transporting dangerous drugs, unauthorized use of a vehicle, driving without a license, and driving without third-party insurance. He is currently under investigation. The involved silver car had several scratches on the front and the bonnet could not be fully closed, requiring tape to hold it shut. Kowloon oils private car found carrying drugs. Monday (2nd) afternoon, West Kowloon Anti-Terrorist Squad officers discovered a suspicious vehicle on Yim Tin Road while patrolling. Upon inspection, approximately 32 grams of cocaine, 44 grams of "Happy Powder," and 67 smoke rods containing etomidate were seized. The case is under investigation by the criminal investigation unit of Kowloon Tong police district. [END]