Bengaluru Drug Bust: 15 Arrested in Major Narcotics Raid

In a significant crackdown on drug trafficking, Bengaluru Police arrested 15 individuals for peddling banned substances. This included three foreign nationals. The operation involved seizing large quantities of drugs with an estimated market value of over Rs 21.50 crore. Investigations continue to trace suppliers.

In a coordinated operation across Bengaluru, authorities have arrested 15 individuals, including three foreign nationals, linked to an illegal drug distribution network. The crackdown resulted in the seizure of a substantial quantity of narcotics, police reported on Tuesday.

The Central Crime Branch Narcotics Control Wing, collaborating with local police stations such as Amruthahalli and Hebbagodi, detained individuals involved in peddling substances like hydroponic ganja, MDMA, cocaine, LSD, and hashish oil. These arrests were executed based on credible information pointing to ongoing drug trafficking activities within Bengaluru.

The police report highlights confessions from the suspects, who admitted engaging in the illegal trade for quick financial gains, targeting the public, college students, and IT/BT workers. The investigation continues as efforts intensify to identify and apprehend foreign and out-of-state suppliers.

(With inputs from agencies.)