Background
On 10 February 2026, the National Police of Cambodia carried out a coordinated crackdown on drug-related crimes across the country. The operation targeted various offenses including drug trafficking, transport and storage, and drug use.
Scope of Application
The crackdown covered multiple provinces and cities nationwide, involving six police units and three municipal police forces. The operation addressed three main offense types: drug trafficking, transporting and storing illegal substances, and consumption.
Key Provisions or Decisions
A total of 17 drug crime cases resulted in the arrest of 48 suspects, including 5 women. The arrests were broken down as follows:
- Trafficking: 3 cases, 22 suspects arrested (2 women)
- Transport and storage: 9 cases, 20 suspects arrested (2 women)
- Drug use: 5 cases, 6 suspects arrested (1 woman)
Seized substances included 55.80 grams of methamphetamine (Ice) and 1.0 gram of methamphetamine (Wy).
The nine police units participating were:
Provincial Police Units
- Kampong Chhnang: 1 storage case, 2 arrests; 1.57 grams of Ice seized
- Kampong Thom: 3 storage cases (5 arrests), 2 use cases (2 arrests); 2.73 grams of Ice seized
- Kampot: 1 trafficking case, 4 arrests; 12.36 grams of Ice seized
- Kandal: 2 storage cases, 2 arrests; 0.51 grams of Ice seized
- Prey Veng: 1 storage case (4 arrests, including 1 woman), 1 use case (2 arrests, including 1 woman); 0.25 grams of Ice seized
- Siem Reap: 1 trafficking case, 2 arrests; 16.49 grams of Ice seized
Municipal Police Units
- Banteay Meanchey: 1 trafficking case, 16 arrests (2 women); 20.74 grams Ice and 1.0 gram Wy seized
- Sihanoukville: 1 storage case, 5 arrests (1 woman)
- Takeo: 1 storage case, 2 arrests; 1.15 grams Ice seized
Implications for Investors, Businesses, or Compliance
This report illustrates ongoing law enforcement measures against drug-related crimes which can impact business environments and compliance considerations, particularly in sectors vulnerable to illicit activities. The detailed breakdown helps stakeholders monitor regional enforcement patterns and supports assessment of regulatory risks.
Official Source
National Police of Cambodia Facebook Post, 10 February 2026
