Editor’s Note
- Man arrested by police with 13.7 kg of marijuana
- Marijuana packed in Styrofoam and wrapped in jute
- Police expand investigation to find other networks
- Police arrest perpetrator and seize evidence
Man arrested by police with 13.7 kg of marijuana
South Labuhanbatu (Labusel) police arrested a young man and 13.7 kg of marijuana on Wednesday evening (March 11, 2026) in Bukit Ward, Kotapinang District.
The arrest followed a tip from the public via the Dumas Presisi police station.
Following the report, the team went to the scene to investigate.
Upon arrival, officers found a suspicious man.
Marijuana packed in Styrofoam and wrapped in jute
After investigation, the man was identified as RD, alias Kiki (21), a resident of Batu Mondom, Muara Batang Gadis District, Mandailing Natal Regency (Madina).
During a house search, officers found two white Styrofoam boxes wrapped in burlap. Upon opening, the boxes contained approximately 7,500 grams and 6,250 grams of marijuana, respectively, for a total of approximately 13.7 kilograms.
During initial interrogation, Riski Dian admitted that the marijuana belonged to him. He also admitted to obtaining the illegal goods from a person named Anwar, who is reportedly from the Madina area.
Labusel Police Chief, AKBP Aditya SP Sembiring, emphasized through the AKP Narcotics Squad Head, Sahat Marulam Lumban Gaol, and the AKP Public Relations Department Head, Sujono, that the success of this investigation is due to the active participation of the community.
Police Expand Investigation to Other Networks
“Information from the public through Dumas Presisi has been very helpful in solving this case. Drug trafficking poses a serious threat to the younger generation, and we are determined to take decisive action against all perpetrators involved,” he said Thursday (March 12, 2026).
He also emphasized that his team is currently investigating the broader network behind the marijuana distribution.
Police Take Suspect and Evidence into Custody
The suspect and the evidence are currently being held at the Labusel Police Station for further investigation.
Police will also interview witnesses, send evidence to a forensic laboratory, and complete the case file before handing it over to the prosecutor.
The Labusel Police Department urges the public to continue to actively contribute to the fight against drug trafficking by providing information through the South Labuhanbatu Police Department’s 110 emergency hotline to ensure safety and protect young people from the dangers of drugs.***
