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Bengaluru Police Seize Drugs Worth Rs 55.80 Cr
10 Aug
Summary
- 39 individuals arrested, including 8 foreigners, for drug possession.
- Narcotics valued at Rs 55.80 crore were confiscated in the operation.
- The seizure included MDMA, cocaine, hydro ganja, and ganja.
Bengaluru City Police units have successfully apprehended 39 individuals, comprising eight foreigners, 21 individuals from other states, and 10 locals, in a major anti-drug operation. This extensive action, part of the 'BEDA BRO' programme under Mission RISE, resulted in the seizure of narcotics valued at an estimated Rs 55.80 crore.
The operation, coordinated by 16 city police units including the CCB, spanned across Bengaluru and extended to other states like Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, and Kerala. The arrested accused admitted to procuring drugs from various sources to sell at inflated prices, particularly targeting college students for quick profits.
Seized contraband includes substantial quantities of MDMA, cocaine, hydro ganja, ganja, opium, and morphine. Authorities also confiscated cash, mobile phones, and vehicles. Investigations are ongoing to identify and apprehend the suppliers of these illicit substances.
