THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: In a significant operation, the customs team in Kochi has successfully arrested two individuals involved in the interstate sale of marijuana (cannabis) through postal services. The two individuals arrested in connection with this illicit activity are Vishnu and Ashik, both hailing from Thrissur.
Vishnu, who also owns a shop named Protein Mall and two gymnasiums in West Fort, Thrissur. The modus operandi of the detainees involved procuring marijuana (ganja) from Guwahati, utilizing the speed post service for transportation, and conducting their business transactions via WhatsApp.
Upon interrogation, it was revealed that their customer base was quite extensive, even including some professionals like doctors. Notably, the group was dealing with high-cost marijuana catering to a select clientele.
To execute their illegal activities discreetly, the suspects resorted to shipping parcels with fake addresses to local post offices. However, their plans were thwarted when the customs intercepted the deliveries. The customs officials then initiated contact with the recipients using the accused’s phone numbers from the seized parcels.
The state customs assistant commissioner, Desha Nandhan, confirmed that this operation was conducted based on information received from the Guwahati customs department. As the investigation continues, the arrested individuals will be presented before the court to face legal proceedings.
The authorities are determined to dismantle this illegal network and bring those involved in the illegal trade of marijuana to justice.
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