Chinese National Arrested in Massive Drug and Weapon Bust at Sihanoukville Hotel

In a significant operation led by Deputy Prosecutor Mr. Luch Sokleang, authorities in Preah Sihanouk Province have made a major breakthrough...

In a significant operation led by Deputy Prosecutor Mr. Luch Sokleang, authorities in Preah Sihanouk Province have made a major breakthrough in combating illicit activities.

The focus of the operation was the Zhuhetang Hotel in Sihanoukville, where law enforcement uncovered a cache of drugs and weapons. A Chinese national, identified as PENG XIONGFENG, 33, was apprehended in connection with the illegal possession and trafficking of narcotics.

The seized items included a staggering 58 kg and 142.30 grams of methamphetamine, along with Ketamine and Ecstasy. Additionally, officers confiscated a significant amount of drug processing and packaging equipment, indicative of a sophisticated operation.

Among the confiscated items was a BERETTA-MCO 950 B-CAL635 pistol manufactured in Brazil. The presence of such weaponry underscores the seriousness of the criminal enterprise uncovered by authorities.

Following the arrest and seizure of evidence, the suspect and confiscated items have been transferred to the Sihanoukville Provincial Court for legal proceedings. This marks a crucial step in ensuring accountability and justice in combating drug trafficking and related crimes in the region.

The apprehension of a foreign national highlights the global nature of criminal enterprises involved in drug trafficking. Cooperation between national and international law enforcement agencies is vital in addressing the transnational nature of such crimes.

The successful operation underscores the commitment of authorities in Preah Sihanouk Province to combatting drug trafficking and related criminal activities. It serves as a warning to those engaged in such illicit enterprises that they will be pursued and brought to justice.

The arrest of a Chinese national in connection with a massive drug and weapon bust at a Sihanoukville hotel reflects the ongoing efforts of law enforcement to tackle organized crime. With legal proceedings underway, authorities are sending a clear message that such activities will not be tolerated, and perpetrators will face the full force of the law.