The City Police in Chennai have arrested four individuals for allegedly possessing 1.3 kg of opium. Acting on a tip-off, the Elephant Gate police launched an operation to track the suspects involved in the illegal trade of drugs. The police successfully intercepted the group, who were found in possession of the significant quantity of opium.
The arrested suspects, whose identities have not been fully disclosed, were reportedly caught during their movement in the city, as the police had been closely monitoring the area due to suspicions of illicit activities. Authorities confiscated the entire 1.3 kg of opium, which is believed to have been smuggled into the city for distribution.
Preliminary investigations have suggested that the drug was intended for local distribution, and the police are continuing to probe the origins of the opium and the broader network involved in trafficking it. The police are also looking into whether the arrested individuals are linked to any larger drug syndicates operating in the region.
The Elephant Gate police have filed a case under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act and are working closely with other law enforcement agencies to track down additional suspects. The arrested individuals have been remanded in custody as the investigation continues. Authorities have vowed to continue their crackdown on drug trafficking and ensure stricter enforcement to prevent the spread of illegal substances in the city.
The operation is being hailed as a significant victory in the ongoing efforts by the Chennai City Police to combat the growing issue of drug abuse and trafficking in the region
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