A man in his 40s was arrested by the police for using methamphetamine at a hotel in Seoul.


On the 21st, the Jongam Police Station in Seoul announced that Mr. A (48) was arrested and is under investigation for violating the Narcotics Control Act.

Man in his 40s Arrested by Police for Methamphetamine Use in Hotel After Changing Location View original image

Mr. A is suspected of using methamphetamine at a hotel in Yongsan-gu, Seoul, around 5 a.m. the previous day.


Police, who responded to a 112 report about a drug possessor, arrested Mr. A around 8:45 a.m. the same day in Wolgok-dong, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul, while he was moving locations for additional drug use.


At the time of arrest, Mr. A was found in possession of unused syringes and some methamphetamine, and reportedly tested positive in a rapid drug screening test.



A police official stated, “We need to conduct further investigation to clarify the details,” adding, “Whether to apply for an arrest warrant will be decided based on the investigation results.”


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