Kasaragod: A 41-year-old social media influencer and vlogger was arrested in Madhur, Kasaragod district, on Friday evening after police allegedly seized 3.61 grams of MDMA, estimated to be worth ₹15,000, from his possession.
The accused has been identified as Hyder Madhur Muhammad, a native of Patla in Madhur. He was arrested around 6.30 pm near Madhur Juma Masjid during a joint operation by the Vidyanagar Police and the District Anti-Narcotic Special Action Force (DANSAF).
According to reports, the seizure was made during vehicle inspections in the area. The police team recovered the suspected synthetic drug from the accused’s trouser pocket.
Vlogger was under police surveillance
Police sources said Hyder had been under DANSAF surveillance for several days following confidential information about his alleged involvement in drug-related activities.
The joint operation was led by Vidyanagar Sub-Inspector Vishnu and Grade Sub-Inspector Pramod, along with members of the DANSAF team.
During questioning, the accused reportedly admitted to possessing the substance for personal consumption as well as sale, according to the report. However, the circumstances and intended use of the seized substance remain subject to the ongoing investigation.
Police investigate possible drug links
The Vidyanagar Police registered a case following the seizure and initiated further legal proceedings. Investigators are expected to examine the source of the MDMA and determine whether the accused had any links with drug suppliers or other individuals involved in its distribution.
The accused was identified in other media reports as a motivational vlogger and social media influencer with around 75,000 followers across Instagram and Facebook. He was reportedly produced before a court and remanded in judicial custody.
The arrest forms part of ongoing efforts by the district police and anti-narcotics teams to curb the possession and distribution of banned substances in the region.