The Erode North police apprehended a man on Thursday for possessing contraband drugs valued at Rs 1 lakh, intended for illegal sale near a private college in Erode. The accused has been identified as A Kalaiselvan, a 30-year-old resident of Muniyappan Kovil Street in Manickampalayam, Erode district.
Operation Details
Acting on a confidential tip regarding the illicit sale of narcotic pills in the vicinity of the college, a special police patrol team was dispatched to the area. The officers maintained surveillance and observed Kalaiselvan behaving suspiciously. Upon interception, a search led to the seizure of 3,000 restricted pharmaceutical tablets from his possession.
Legal Proceedings
A case was registered against Kalaiselvan under relevant sections of the law. He was subsequently produced before a magistrate and remanded in judicial custody. Police officials have reiterated that strict action will continue against individuals involved in such offenses.
The operation underscores the commitment of local law enforcement to combat drug trafficking and ensure public safety, particularly near educational institutions.
