Major Anti-Narcotics Operation Nets Over 300kg of Ganja in Thiruvananthapuram
In a significant crackdown on drug trafficking, law enforcement authorities in Thiruvananthapuram have seized a massive consignment of ganja, weighing over 300 kilograms, during a targeted operation on Sunday evening. The contraband was discovered in a car parked near the busy Pappanamcode junction, marking one of the largest such hauls in the region recently.
Suspect Detained and Investigation Underway
A 23-year-old youth, identified as Afsal from Karakulam, has been taken into custody in connection with the case. According to police reports, the Dansaf unit intercepted Afsal as he was allegedly attempting to gain control of the vehicle loaded with the illegal substance. While his formal arrest is yet to be recorded, he is currently undergoing intensive questioning by the authorities.
Police sources have indicated that Afsal is suspected of having links to similar narcotics cases in the past, suggesting a possible pattern of involvement in drug-related activities. The investigation is ongoing, with officials working to uncover further details about his alleged role and any potential accomplices.
Details of the Seizure and Interstate Smuggling
The exact quantity of ganja is still being confirmed, as the counting process remains underway, but preliminary estimates suggest it is likely to exceed 300 kilograms. So far, more than 50 packets of the contraband have been recovered from the vehicle. Authorities believe the ganja was transported from Bengaluru and was intended for distribution within Thiruvananthapuram city, highlighting an interstate smuggling network that police are now actively dismantling.
This operation underscores the persistent efforts by law enforcement to combat drug trafficking in the area. The seizure not only disrupts a significant supply chain but also sends a strong message against such illegal activities. As the investigation progresses, more updates are expected regarding the seizure's full scope and any further arrests.
