Doctor and friend convicted of taking ecstasy at Sentosa villa party, judge rejects spiking defence
A Singaporean doctor and his friend were convicted of consuming MDMA and ketamine at a villa party in 2023. The judge rejected their defense that their drinks had been spiked, citing inconsistent testimonies and their behavior during the event.
Why it matters
The case underscores the legal consequences of drug use and the judicial scrutiny applied to 'spiking' defenses in criminal proceedings.
The judge rejected the men's claims of having their drinks spiked, saying their behaviour at the party was not that of unsuspecting victims.
The report summarizes court proceedings and the judge's verdict without taking a stance on the individuals involved.
Get smarter about the news
Sign up free for a feed built around what you actually care about, Dive Deeper research on any story, and the full text of every article.
Create free accountAlready have an account? Sign in