In a significant development, the Kochi City Police have decided to close the widely discussed drug-related case involving popular Malayalam actor Shine Tom Chacko. This decision comes after forensic examination reports of samples collected from the actor returned negative, conclusively ruling out any drug use.
Forensic Analysis Provides Clean Chit
The closure of the case means the police will formally withdraw Shine Tom Chacko as the primary accused. The second individual named in the case, Ahmed Murshad from Malappuram, has also been given a clean chit based on the same forensic evidence. Investigators had sent nail and hair samples collected from both men for detailed scientific analysis at a forensic laboratory.
The police received the crucial results on Monday, which confirmed the complete absence of any narcotic substances in the samples provided. This forensic finding formed the core basis for shutting down the investigation that had attracted considerable media and public attention.
The Incident That Sparked the Probe
The case first came to light in April following a dramatic incident at a luxury hotel located in the Kaloor area of Kochi. A team from the District Anti-Narcotic Special Action Force (DANSF) conducted a surprise inspection at the hotel. This raid was initiated based on specific secret information received about alleged drug transactions taking place on the premises.
Shine Tom Chacko, who was staying at the hotel at the time, allegedly noticed the arrival of the police personnel. In a startling move, he is reported to have fled from his third-floor room by jumping into the hotel's swimming pool below. This dramatic escape attempt further fueled speculation and intensified scrutiny around the actor's alleged involvement.
Case Closure and Implications
With the forensic report providing no evidence to support the initial suspicions, the police have no legal grounds to proceed. The case file is now set to be officially closed. This outcome highlights the critical role of forensic science in modern policing, separating allegation from evidence-based fact.
For Shine Tom Chacko and Ahmed Murshad, the negative reports bring a formal end to a legally challenging period. The episode underscores the intense scrutiny public figures face and the rapid spread of allegations, often before investigations are complete. The Kochi police's action to close the case following the scientific evidence demonstrates the procedural follow-through of the investigative machinery.
