Malaysia Airlines Pilot Accused in Indonesia Drug-Smuggling Case
TL;DR
A 39-year-old Malaysian pilot aboard Malaysia Airlines flight MH272 was intercepted in Jakarta with about 57 pounds of ecstasy pills and 4 grams of meth, allegedly after agreeing to smuggle the drugs for 50,000 MYR. He reportedly tested positive for MDMA, meth, and cocaine, and faces narcotics charges as Indonesia warns of severe penalties. Malaysia Airlines says it is cooperating and reviewing the incident.
- Malaysia Airlines pilot busted smuggling 70,000 ecstasy pills into Indonesia — accused of flying 170 passengers while under the influence New York Post
- Indonesia arrests Malaysia Airlines pilot for smuggling drugs into Jakarta AP News
- Pilot’s Drug Arrest Prompts Security Review at Malaysia Airports Bloomberg.com
- Airline Pilot Arrested After He’s Caught Smuggling 57 Pounds of Drugs at Airport People.com
- Indonesia arrests second Malaysian in less than a week for drug smuggling CNA
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