A university student was arrested at Bukit Kayu Hitam on Monday while attempting to smuggle cannabis buds into Malaysia. Authorities intercepted the suspect, who is enrolled at a private higher education institution, with 14.63kg of the drug. The seized cannabis buds are estimated to have a street value of RM1.17 million. The suspect was attempting to transport the drugs from a neighbouring country. Police have initiated a full investigation into the source of the cannabis and the student’s potential accomplices. This arrest represents a significant seizure in ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking along the Malaysia-Thailand border. The student now faces charges related to drug smuggling, with potential penalties including lengthy imprisonment and substantial fines.