# Man detained for smuggling 20 cows from Thailand

> Malaysian police arrest suspect for allegedly smuggling 20 cows from Thailand.
- Title: Man detained for smuggling 20 cows from Thailand · Malay Mail
- Summary: Malaysian police arrest suspect for allegedly smuggling 20 cows from Thailand. A 49-year-old man was detained by Malaysian police for allegedly smuggling 20…
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- Source: Malay Mail — https://malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2026/10/18/man-detained-for-allegedly-smuggling-20-cows-from-thailand-in-pasir-mas/239536
- Published: 2026-10-18T10:04:36+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: malaysian police, smuggling, cows, thailand, pasir mas, animals act 1953, gof, news, world
## Detention
Malaysian police detained a 49-year-old man for allegedly smuggling 20 cows from Thailand.
## Arrest location
The suspect was arrested in Pasir Mas during a joint operation by the GOF and Kelantan Veterinary Services Department.
## Livestock seizure
20 cows were seized from the suspect's lorry without valid transfer documents.
## Origin of cows
The cows were reportedly taken from Kampung Tok Rusa before being sent to a cow pen in Lubok Jong, Pasir Mas.
## Smuggling suspicion
The cows were suspected to have been smuggled from Thailand through an unregistered route.
## Legal action
The case is under investigation under Section 36(1) of the Animals Act 1953.
## Future patrols
GOF will intensify patrols to prevent further livestock smuggling through illegal bases.
## Key takeaway

A 49-year-old man was detained by Malaysian police for allegedly smuggling 20 cows from Thailand, with a payment claim of about RM150 per delivery.