Jackie Chan's son arrested on drug

Jackie Chan's son arrested on drug

Son of the famous Hong Kong actor Jackie Chan, was detained in Beijing believed to be involved in drug activity, China's latest high-profile celebrities who are associated in the operation of China's largest drug chain disable in two decades.

Jaycee Chan, 31, was arrested last Thursday with Taiwan actor, Kai Ko, 23, according to Beijing police official website.

Police said both actor tested positive for marijuana and taking drugs they admitted taking drugs including 100 grams taken them out of the house Chan.

Company managers Jaycee, M'Stones International, asked for forgiveness from the public in a statement issued in the company's website.

The company promised to manage the recovery process and help them to return to the road.

Several celebrities have been arrested over alleged drug up to a declaration by the President of China Xi Jinping, in June that offenders and drug abuse will be fought to the bitter end.

In Beijing alone, more than 7,800 people have been arrested in anti-drug operations by the police.

Jayce accused of helping drug addicts that if convicted, carries a maximum jail term of three years.

China has named Jackie as ambassadors of their anti-drug campaign in 2009, while Ko is part of artists participating in the same campaign two years ago. - AP