Mysuru police have arrested two individuals for the illegal possession of cannabis after conducting a raid at a house in Kalyangiri’s KHB Layout. The raid, carried out by the Udayagiri police on Wednesday morning, led to the seizure of 154.45 kg of cannabis, which was found packed in eight plastic bags. The two suspects were arrested on the spot and have since been placed in judicial custody.
Police Action and Seizure
The Udayagiri police acted swiftly after receiving a tip-off about illegal drug storage in a house in the KHB Layout area. Upon raiding the premises, authorities uncovered a significant quantity of cannabis, which had been neatly packed for distribution. The seizure, amounting to 154.45 kg of cannabis, highlights the scale of the operation and the growing concerns around illegal drug trafficking in the region.
The suspects were immediately taken into custody and brought in for questioning. The cannabis found in their possession is believed to be part of a larger trafficking network, which police are now investigating.
Further Investigations
During interrogation, the two arrested individuals revealed information about a third person believed to be the mastermind behind the operation. The authorities have initiated a manhunt for this individual, whose role in the larger trafficking network is currently being explored. The police are expected to pursue leads that could potentially uncover more details about the origin and distribution of the drugs.
Legal Action
A case has been registered under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act at the Udayagiri Police Station. This act is strictly enforced to combat illegal drug trafficking and possession. The police are expected to continue their investigation into the matter and work towards uncovering the full extent of the illegal operation.
Growing Concerns Over Drug Trafficking
This raid is part of the larger effort by local authorities to clamp down on illegal drug activities in Mysuru and surrounding regions. With the seizure of a large quantity of cannabis, police officials are urging the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities that might be related to drug trafficking.
Authorities are working hard to tackle the issue of drug trafficking, which continues to affect communities across Karnataka. The ongoing investigations are expected to reveal more details about the larger networks involved in this illegal trade.
