# singapore drug trafficking death penalty

Singapore executes mentally disabled man despite worldwide outcry » The 34-year-old was convicted of trafficking about an ounce-and-a-half of heroin into Singapore. He had an IQ of 69. Cbsnews.com

Singapore Hangs Malaysian Man for Trafficking 1.5 Ounces of Heroin in 2009 » Nagaenthran Dharmalingam’s case sparked criticism from human rights groups who had called for clemency on the grounds that he was mentally disabled. Wsj.com

You Can Risk Death Penalty For Cannabis In These Countries » The US women's basketball superstar Brittney Griner's detention in Russia has raised concern over the lack of a spotlight on her case and the danger of traveling abroad carrying out cannabis products. Forbes.com

Trump Calls For Death Penalty To 'Get Tough' On Drug Pushers » Unveiling a long-awaited plan to combat the national scourge of opioid drug addiction, President Donald Trump called Monday for stiffer penalties for drug traffickers, including embracing a tactic employed by some of the global strongmen he admires: the death penalty. Cbsnews.com