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Time of India
3 days ago
- Time of India
One arrested, MDMA worth Rs 1.4L seized in Ullal
Mangaluru: One person was arrested, and a total of 28.6 grams of MDMA was seized following a raid conducted near a resort in Someshwara under Ullal police station limits on Wednesday. The arrested individual was identified as Abdul Rashid Moideen. Acting on a tip-off received on Wednesday, PSI Sudeep MV of the CCB wing and his team intercepted a car exiting the premises of a resort. When stopped, the driver, later identified as Abdul Rashid, attempted to flee the scene, but was quickly apprehended by the police team. Upon interrogation, Moideen confessed to purchasing the narcotics from two persons identified as Ilyas alias Ertiga Ilyas and Auto Abbas, both residents of Paneer, Derlakatte. He admitted that the drugs were intended for resale at a higher price, police said. A search of the vehicle led to the seizure of 8.3 grams of brown crystal-like MDMA valued at approximately Rs 41,500; 20.3 grams of white crystal-like MDMA worth around Rs 1.1 lakh, a digital weighing scale, 26 empty ziplock plastic pouches of various sizes, a mobile phone, and a car. A case was registered against Moideen, Ilyas, and Auto Abbas at the Ullal police station.
Hindustan Times
4 days ago
- Hindustan Times
Surprise raid at Bengaluru's central prison reveals Kasuri methi, glue sticks, other banned items
From chillums to Chinese cigarettes, scissors to spicy kasuri methi, a surprise raid by the Central Crime Branch (CCB) sleuths at the Parappana Agrahara prison in Bengaluru on Monday uncovered an eclectic collection of unauthorized possessions. In a four-hour sweep of the central prison's VIP security barracks A and B, officials stumbled upon a horde of contraband items from lighters, gutka, trimmers, knives, iron rods and ganja fillers to tobacco brands and even glue sticks, because why not? READ | 'Tipping feels like bribing': Bengaluru Woman's post on auto apps sparks online debate The undercover party was hosted by officers from multiple wings of the CCB, including the Special Enquiry, Organised Crime, Women Protection, and Economic Offences units, a Deccan Herald report noted. Interestingly, a psychologist assigned to treat inmates triggered the surprise raid. Navyashree K M, 33, who was working at the hospital wing of the prison, was intercepted by a Karnataka State Industrial Security Force officer last week for allegedly trying to smuggle a mobile phone inside. It was also found that she was not acting alone - her partner in crime, Srujan, was also nabbed shortly afterwards. READ | Bengaluru faces surge in auto fares after bike taxi ban, commuters demand solutions Police also said they planted a decoy inside the prison to prep for the raid, and gathered intel before striking, the report stated. When asked how they plan to prevent these items from getting inside the prison in the future, City Police Commissioner Seemant Kumar Singh said the prisons aren't directly under their control — but promised better coordination with the Prisons Department moving forward, the report added. READ | Bengaluru man took his girlfriend to Goa to marry, later killed her Notably, this is the second such raid at the Parappana Agrahara in a month.
India Today
5 days ago
- India Today
Nigerian national caught with drugs worth Rs 1.2 crore in Bengaluru raid
Bengaluru's Central Crime Branch (CCB) arrested a Nigerian national for drug peddling during a raid accused, identified as Chikuwuma, was caught by the police during an attempt to distribute narcotics within the Avalahalli area of northern Narcotics Wing of the CCB conducted a quick, coordinated operation, seizing MDMA and crystal substances valued at over Rs 1.2 crore. advertisement Preliminary investigations indicate that Chikuwuma has been involved in the drug trade since 2013. Authorities believe he imported narcotics from abroad for distribution throughout Bengaluru, particularly targeting the city's outskirts. His activities are reportedly connected to an international drug stated that Chikuwuma had been under close surveillance for several weeks prior to the arrest. Authorities are now intensifying their investigation to uncover the full extent of the drug network and identify other individuals associated with the accused remains in custody, with further interrogations underway to support the ongoing investigation. This bust represents a significant achievement in the city's ongoing efforts to dismantle illegal drug months ago, on March 16, two South African nationals were arrested in Bengaluru for trafficking MDMA (also known as ecstasy or molly), confiscating nearly 38 kg of the drug valued at Rs 275 on March 20, DRI officials seized 3.186 kg of cocaine worth Rs 38.4 crore from a Ghanaian woman at Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport. She arrived from Doha and was arrested following a tip-off. Written by Sneha A Suneeth IN THIS STORY#Bengaluru#Karnataka
India Today
5 days ago
- India Today
Knives, ganja tools, cash found in Bengaluru jail during surprise raid
In a surprise operation, the Central Crime Branch (CCB) raided Bengaluru's Parappana Agrahara Central Jail on Monday, unearthing a stash of illegal items inside the high-security CCB team seized ganja-smoking paraphernalia, tobacco, sharp weapons including knives, blades and scissors, and Rs 16,180 in cash from the possession of raid, which began in the morning and continued till noon, exposed significant security lapses within the City Police Commissioner Seemant Kumar Singh confirmed the findings and said the raid also revealed that some jail staff had played a role in smuggling the banned items into the investigation has been launched into the isn't the first time Parappana Agrahara prison has come under August last year, Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa, then lodged in the jail in connection with the Renukaswamy murder case, was seen receiving VIP treatment in a viral photograph. The undated image showed him relaxing in what appeared to be a park inside the jail, with a beverage and cigarette in hand, alongside a few other photo triggered massive outrage, prompting the Karnataka government to suspend nine prison officials and order an enquiry.'There was a clear lapse. Seven officers were initially suspended, and more will face action. Senior officials including the prison superintendent will be transferred,' Chief Minister Siddaramaiah had said at the time. He also directed the Home Minister to take stock of the situation and hold those responsible the controversy, a Bengaluru court ordered that Darshan and other co-accused be shifted to different prisons across Karnataka. Darshan has since been granted bail. IN THIS STORY#Bengaluru#Karnataka
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Hindustan Times
Bengaluru drug bust: Foreign national held with ₹1.2 crore worth of MDMA
In a significant drug bust, a foreign national has been arrested in Bengaluru for allegedly peddling banned narcotic substances. A joint operation by the Narcotics Control Unit of the Central Crime Branch (CCB) and Avalahalli Police led to the seizure of 600 grams of MDMA crystals, estimated to be worth ₹1.2 crore in the illegal market. Also Read - Karnataka woman detained for branding son with hot iron rod as punishment for being 'naughty' Acting on credible intelligence, the police registered a case on June 12 at the Avalahalli Police Station and subsequently raided a residence in K. Dommasandra village on the city's outskirts. The suspect, whose name and nationality have not been disclosed by the authorities, was caught red-handed with the synthetic drug, often referred to as "white MDMA." According to investigating officers, the accused admitted during preliminary questioning that he had sourced the contraband from unidentified suppliers. He allegedly bought the MDMA at a lower cost and sold it at marked-up prices to make substantial profits. Police suspect that the accused may be part of a larger drug network operating in the city. Also Read - Karnataka woman detained for branding son with hot iron rod as punishment for being 'naughty' The accused was taken into police custody for three days, during which further interrogation took place. On June 16, he was produced before a magistrate and has since been remanded to judicial custody. Officials from the CCB's Narcotics Control Unit, who led the raid along with Avalahalli Police, said the crackdown is part of ongoing efforts to curb the spread of synthetic drugs in Bengaluru. Investigators are now working to identify the supply chain and other individuals possibly involved in the racket. This arrest adds to a growing number of cases in the city involving foreign nationals allegedly linked to drug peddling operations. Police have reiterated their commitment to intensify anti-drug efforts and urged the public to report suspicious activities.
