Basketball player arrested for drug smuggling in Indonesia

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
American basketball player in Indonesia arrested for attempting to smuggle cannabis candies into the country; faces possible life in prison or death penalty under strict drug laws.

Key Points

  • American basketball player Jarred Dwayne Shaw arrested for smuggling 132 cannabis candies into Indonesia.
  • Faces up to life in prison or death penalty under Indonesia's anti-drug laws.
  • Indonesia is a major drug-smuggling hub despite strict drug laws.

Pros

  • Strict drug laws in Indonesia help deter drug smuggling activities.
  • International cooperation in cracking down on drug syndicates.

Cons

  • Risk of severe punishment, including life imprisonment or death penalty.