Tangaraju Suppiah

Singaporean drug trafficker

Tangaraju Suppiah - Activists & Humanitarians born 1977
Born

1977
49 years ago

Died
Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

Singapore

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Involved in drug trafficking activities, engaged in a case that brought attention to Singapore's strict anti-drug laws. Arrested in 2014 for coordinating a heroin trafficking operation. Convicted and sentenced to death, resulting in significant discussion around capital punishment for drug-related offenses. Execution took place on April 26, 2023, sparking international reactions regarding drug laws and human rights.

Convicted for heroin trafficking

Executed in 2023 for drug offenses

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