Massive Ganja Seizure Disrupts Interstate Smuggling Network

The Mangaluru City Crime Branch has made a significant breakthrough by seizing 123 kilograms of ganja in a major crackdown on narcotics smuggling. The operation led to the arrest of three individuals believed to be transporting the contraband from Andhra Pradesh.

Officials, acting on a tip-off, intercepted two cars near Mathadakere in Kantavar Cross, part of Beluvai village in Moodbidri taluk, Dakshina Kannada district. The seized substances were allegedly being smuggled across state lines.

Arrests were made, identifying the individuals as Masood M K (45), Mohammed Ashiq (24), and Subair (30), all from Kasaragod district, Kerala. Additionally, the operation secured two vehicles and five mobile phones, with the confiscated items totaling an estimated Rs 46.2 lakh. A case has been filed in Moodbidri police station under NDPS Act, as investigations aim to uncover the deeper network and origins of the contraband.

(With inputs from agencies.)