In a swift operation based on specific intelligence, the Puttur Town police successfully conducted a raid and arrested an individual for allegedly selling narcotics. The action led to the seizure of a significant quantity of marijuana from a busy junction in the region.
Tip-Off Leads to Swift Police Action
Acting on a credible tip-off received on Thursday morning, a police team from the Puttur Town station sprang into action. The information pointed towards illegal drug peddling activity at Parladka Junction in Puttur Kasaba village. Under the leadership of PSI Janardhan K.M., the officers planned and executed a raid at the specified location.
Substantial Narcotics Seized, Accident Taken into Custody
The police team's raid proved fruitful. During the operation, they apprehended the accused, who identified himself as Muhammad Thauseef. A search led to the recovery of approximately 400 grams of marijuana from his possession. Dakshina Kannada Superintendent of Police Arun K. confirmed the details of the seizure and the arrest.
Legal Proceedings Initiated Under NDPS Act
Following the arrest, the Puttur Town police registered a formal case against Muhammad Thauseef. The case has been filed under the stringent sections 8(c) and 20(b) of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985. After the necessary procedures at the police station, the accused was produced before a local court. The court, after hearing the case, ordered judicial custody for the arrested individual.
This operation highlights the continued vigilance of the Dakshina Kannada police against the menace of drug trafficking in the district. Such actions are part of ongoing efforts to curb the sale and distribution of illegal substances in public spaces.
