Cambodia News (Phnom Penh): On October 29, 2021, five drug dealers were arrested by the Anti-Drugs law enforcement of the Ministry of Interior for the possession of over 5kg of methamphetamine in Chrey village, Kandek commune, Prasat Bakong district, Siem Reap province.

The suspects and the evidence were seized and are being held in custody awaiting trial. However, the identities of the drug dealers have not been disclosed to the public.

UPDATE

Cambodia News, (Phnom Penh): On the afternoon of November 2, 2021, the specialized police force of the Department of Anti-Drug Crimes presented 5 suspects in relation to the trafficking of more than 50,000 tablets of methamphetamine pills (known as WY).

It should be reminded that on October 29, 2021 at 10:30, the specialized force of the Anti-Drug Department (A7) led by Major General Soeung Nol, Deputy Director of the Department, combined with the forces of the Siem Reap Provincial Police, to crack down on a drug trafficking ring, which has been operating in Siem Reap and Phnom Penh.
Two suspects were first arrested in Trapeang Pors Village, Sangkat Choam Chao 3, Khan Por Senchey, Phnom Penh, with 20,000 methamphetamine (WY) tablets. Then at 17:30, Siem Reap raided a house in Chrey village, Kandek commune, Bak district, Siem Reap province, where they arrested three more suspected drug traffickers and found 30,000 more methamphetamine (WY) tablets.

Authorities confirmed that the five suspects taken into custody are four Cambodians and a Thai national.
1-Name is Khong Khom, Male, 40 years old, Cambodian.

2-Name is Art Noeut, Male, 40 years old, Cambodian.

3-Name is Sol Sengly, Male, 38 years old, Cambodian.

4-Name is Lim Heng, Male, 51 years old, Thai nationality.

5-Name is Sim Satya, female, 38 years old, Cambodian.

After arresting the five suspects, the police seized the following exhibits:
- 56,397 tablets of methamphetamine (WY) tablets, weighing 5 kg, 075.79 grams.

Currently, the suspects and the above exhibits have built a case to be sent to the Phnom Penh Municipal Court according to the procedure.

methamphetamine in it's crystal form (Ice) is what could be referred more of a drug for the financially better off. But here the authorities have made a significant arrest of 5 suspected drug dealers.
56,397 tablets of methamphetamine (WY) how many kilograms is not that important, due to the number of tablets are of the most important.
Some years ago Thailand was flooded with WY Yaba pills at the street price of only $1.50 per pill, that time was a worry for authorities in Thailand, and could have been a major security issue of the stability of the country. Here I could easily see the same problem escalating in the near future.

AndyKK wrote: ↑Wed Nov 03, 2021 12:05 am methamphetamine in it's crystal form (Ice) is what could be referred more of a drug for the financially better off. But here the authorities have made a significant arrest of 5 suspected drug dealers.
56,397 tablets of methamphetamine (WY) how many kilograms is not that important, due to the number of tablets are of the most important.
Some years ago Thailand was flooded with WY Yaba pills at the street price of only $1.50 per pill, that time was a worry for authorities in Thailand, and could have been a major security issue of the stability of the country. Here I could easily see the same problem escalating in the near future.

How is meth a drug for the financially better off? It's always been a poor man's cocaine. Also, I'm curious about what you call Yaba/meth pills. I've never seen or heard of such a thing.

donner-kruger wrote: ↑Wed Nov 03, 2021 1:05 am How is meth a drug for the financially better off? It's always been a poor man's cocaine. Also, I'm curious about what you call Yaba/meth pills. I've never seen or heard of such a thing.

What Is Yaba Methamphetamine
3 min
by Recovery Newsdesk 2 years ago


You may never have heard of Yaba, but it is a powerful and addictive drug often causing devastating effects to its users. A combination of methamphetamine and caffeine, Yaba is known as the “Madness Drug.” Most Yaba is produced in Myanmar, but among drugs in Thailand, Yaba has the biggest distribution. Yaba is mainly found in Southeast Asia, and it has also found its way to the U.S. It’s hard to know how widespread Yaba use is, because Yaba is not distinguished from other forms of methamphetamine. Yaba has emerged as a drug of abuse in Asian communities in the United States.

Bangladesh is the latest country in Asia to report a surge in use of a methamphetamine pill known as Yaba, with research suggesting that criminal syndicates in Burma are targeting users in the country.

Yaba Facts

Yaba is the Thai word for “crazy medicine.” It is a tablet form of methamphetamine, a powerful central nervous system stimulant. These synthetically produced pills contain 25 to 35 mg of methamphetamine and 45 to 65 mg of caffeine. Tablets not only come with various logos and in a variety of colors but can also made into nontraditional shapes such as hearts. It tastes like candy and smells like chocolate, leading young people to think it is not a dangerous drug.

What is Yaba
Yaba can be swallowed or injected

When swallowed in pill form, the duration of the drug’s effect averages between 8 to 16 hours, as compared to 1 to 3 hours when smoked. The intensity is considerably reduced when swallowed. The peak of the drug’s effect is followed by a comedown period lasting 6 to 10 hours, during which the user may have difficulty sleeping or eating. Many users report that it takes them up to 24 hours after consumption to be able to fall asleep.

According to the National Drug Intelligence Center: “Although most users administer yaba orally, those who inject the drug expose themselves to additional risks, including contracting HIV (human immunodeficiency virus), hepatitis B and C, and other blood-borne viruses.”

Yaba is illegal everywhere

In the U.S. methamphetamine is a Schedule II substance under the Controlled Substances Act. Schedule II drugs, which include cocaine and PCP, have an increased potential for abuse. Abuse of these drugs may lead to severe psychological or physical dependence.

Signs of Yaba use

Yaba is relatively cheap during the beginning of use; however, as use increases, the yaba addict’s tolerance calls for more of the drug. Therefore, yaba users will suffer financial loss and resort to other ways to fund their habit. Since yaba use may require some tools to get high with, being vigilant of paraphernalia is another indicator of use. Look for items like straws, syringes, and foil. These items may be commonly kept in or near cigarette packs, as smoking can go hand-in-hand with yaba use. Keeping pills in mint containers is also a popular thing to do. Physical signs common to those using any form of amphetamine: loss of appetite and weight, bloodshot eyes, sweating, large veins, lack of sleep, bursts of energy, crashing, etc. Yaba users are known to lose track of time, be anxious and confused, and suffer from erratic emotions.

OTHER NAMES:

Madness drug
Horse medicine
Hardworking pill
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donner-kruger wrote: ↑Wed Nov 03, 2021 1:05 am

AndyKK wrote: ↑Wed Nov 03, 2021 12:05 am methamphetamine in it's crystal form (Ice) is what could be referred more of a drug for the financially better off. But here the authorities have made a significant arrest of 5 suspected drug dealers.
56,397 tablets of methamphetamine (WY) how many kilograms is not that important, due to the number of tablets are of the most important.
Some years ago Thailand was flooded with WY Yaba pills at the street price of only $1.50 per pill, that time was a worry for authorities in Thailand, and could have been a major security issue of the stability of the country. Here I could easily see the same problem escalating in the near future.

How is meth a drug for the financially better off? It's always been a poor man's cocaine. Also, I'm curious about what you call Yaba/meth pills. I've never seen or heard of such a thing.

Take a look at this article.

https://theculturetrip.com/asia/thailan ... -medicine/

CEOCambodiaNews wrote: ↑Wed Nov 03, 2021 1:11 am
OTHER NAMES:

Madness drug
Horse medicine
Hardworking pill
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More: https://reachoutrecovery.com/what-is-yaba/

None of those names are street names for Meth. The drug you're most likely referring to (judging from the pics) is called Ecstasy. Which is similar to Meth. But chemically very different. The actual term is methylenedioxy-methamphetamine (MDMA).

AndyKK wrote: ↑Wed Nov 03, 2021 1:13 am
Take a look at this article.

https://theculturetrip.com/asia/thailan ... -medicine/

In no part in that article does it support your assertion that "Meth is a drug for the financially better off".

donner-kruger wrote: ↑Wed Nov 03, 2021 1:29 am

CEOCambodiaNews wrote: ↑Wed Nov 03, 2021 1:11 am
OTHER NAMES:

Madness drug
Horse medicine
Hardworking pill
Button
More: https://reachoutrecovery.com/what-is-yaba/

None of those names are street names for Meth. The drug you're most likely referring to (judging from the pics) is called Ecstasy. Which is similar to Meth. But chemically very different. The actual term is methylenedioxy-methamphetamine (MDMA).

What are you on about? You have never heard of it and now you're trying to argue that you know better than someone who does? It's called Ya Ba in Thailand which means Crazy Drug and Ya Ma here which means Horse Drug. I gather you have never been in SE Asia if you don't know that, it's been around for decades.

donner-kruger wrote: ↑Wed Nov 03, 2021 1:29 am

CEOCambodiaNews wrote: ↑Wed Nov 03, 2021 1:11 am
OTHER NAMES:

Madness drug
Horse medicine
Hardworking pill
Button
More: https://reachoutrecovery.com/what-is-yaba/

None of those names are street names for Meth. The drug you're most likely referring to (judging from the pics) is called Ecstasy. Which is similar to Meth. But chemically very different. The actual term is methylenedioxy-methamphetamine (MDMA).

AndyKK wrote: ↑Wed Nov 03, 2021 1:13 am
Take a look at this article.

https://theculturetrip.com/asia/thailan ... -medicine/

In no part in that article does it support your assertion that "Meth is a drug for the financially better off".

From JB's translations, those seem to be quite likely street names. MDMA would not help you work, nor would horses and madness seem appropriate for the "love drug, disco biscuit".

John Bingham wrote: ↑Wed Nov 03, 2021 7:56 am

What are you on about? You have never heard of it and now you're trying to argue that you know better than someone who does? It's called Ya Ba in Thailand which means Crazy Drug and Ya Ma here which means Horse Drug. I gather you have never been in SE Asia if you don't know that, it's been around for decades.

I lived in Thailand for 7 years. I know what Ya Ba is. By other names in English I assumed he meant slang words for it in English, not a direct translation from Khmer.

Either way, my main point was that Meth is not the same as MDMA.