The Health Sciences Authority (HSA) conducted a raid on a 13-year-old girl’s residence following reports of her vaping and displaying erratic behavior outside the State Courts.
The operation led to the seizure of vaping devices containing a powerful anesthetic agent.
Teen Caught with Dangerous “Kpod” Outside State Courts
HSA officers raided the home of a 13-year-old girl after she was spotted vaping and behaving erratically outside the State Courts on 24 Apr 2025.
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The girl appeared unsteady and unaware of her surroundings when authorities observed her, indicating possible drug intoxication.
During the raid, HSA seized one e-vaporiser from the teenager’s residence. Tests revealed the device contained etomidate, a medicinal ingredient normally used as an anesthetic agent in clinical settings.
The vaping device is classified as a “Kpod” – a term for vapes containing vape juice mixed with potent ingredients like etomidate or ketamine.
HSA emphasized that etomidate should only be administered under proper medical supervision.
The substance can cause several adverse effects, including nausea, vomiting, muscle spasms, breathing and blood pressure changes, seizures, psychosis, and physical dependence.
Multiple Suspects Under Investigation for Illegal Vaping Activities
The investigation extended beyond the teenager, with HSA identifying and apprehending the alleged seller of the e-vaporiser.
The 25-year-old male seller was found with one e-vaporiser and three pods that also tested positive for etomidate.
His 26-year-old wife has been implicated in the case as well. All three individuals are now assisting with the ongoing investigation.
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In a separate incident, HSA identified a 36-year-old man who was caught on video vaping on an MRT train on 18 Apr 2025.
The footage was posted on social media, leading authorities to raid the man’s residence. No e-vaporisers were found during this raid, as the man claimed he had disposed of the device.
HSA continues to investigate this case as well.
Vaping remains illegal in Singapore under the Tobacco (Control of Advertisements and Sale) Act, which prohibits the purchase, possession, and use of e-vaporisers, including those bought online or from overseas.
Offenders face fines up to $2,000 for violating these regulations.
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Those found possessing pods containing etomidate face additional charges under the Poisons Act, with penalties including imprisonment for up to two years, fines up to $10,000, or both.
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