17 grams of Mephedrone worth Rs 80,000 seized in Bhiwandi, two accused arrested

City News Mumbai / Gani Khan

Taking action against the illegal drug trade in Bhiwandi, the Shantinagar police raided the Bharat Compound area and seized 17 grams of Mephedrone (MD) drugs worth Rs 80,200. The police arrested two youths from the spot, while a search is on for a third suspect named Golu involved in this case.

According to the police, on November 4, at around 8:13 am, the police took action near Sabka Hotel located in Bharat Compound. During this, 17 grams of Mephedrone was recovered from the possession of Faizan Jamil Ahmed Ansari (24), a resident of Subhashnagar, and Anwar Yusuf Shaikh (30), a resident of Guljarnagar, Bhiwandi. The police estimated the value of the seized narcotic substance at Rs 80,200. After the involvement of another person named Golu came to light during the investigation, he was also named as an accused in the case. A case has been registered in the Shantinagar Police Station under Sections 8(c) and 21(b) of the NDPS Act. Interrogation of the arrested accused and the search for the absconding suspect are ongoing. Police Inspector Pawar is investigating the case.