Asian Designer Arrested for Drug Trafficking in Bahrain

TDT | Manama

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A 40-year-old Asian designer was arrested in Bahrain for allegedly trafficking and possessing crystal meth, commonly known as "shabu".

The suspect, who was apprehended at his residence, was found with three bags containing a crystalline substance believed to be shabu.

A further search of his home uncovered a transparent bag containing 30 grams of the drug, 20 bags containing 53.8 grams of the drug, five electronic scales, two adhesive tapes, wrapping paper, two glass cups, and new bags used for packaging drugs.

These items were found near the suspect's mattress.

The investigation revealed that the designer had been selling shabu through a "dead drop" system, where he would deliver the drugs to specific locations and inform the buyer of the location.

He was also found to be communicating with other individuals through WhatsApp, discussing drug transactions and sharing photos and videos of drugs.

A 36-year-old Asian housemaid, who was also arrested at the suspect's residence, was found to be in an altered state, raising suspicions of drug use.

The Public Prosecution has charged the designer with trafficking and possessing crystal meth and cannabis.

The housemaid was charged with possessing crystal meth. The designer confessed to using shabu but denied the other charges. The housemaid denied all charges.