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Summary:

Hyderabad police, in a joint operation between the Narcotic Enforcement Wing (H-NEW) and Tolichowki police, have arrested two individuals, Mohd Imran and Shaik Baseer Ahmed, for drug peddling. The suspects were found in possession of MDMA worth ₹1.77 lakh, along with mobile phones and a two-wheeler. Imran, a repeat offender, sourced the MDMA from an inter-state supplier in Bengaluru. Ahmed, previously employed in Dubai, acted as a sub-peddler, delivering the drugs and collecting payments. Both have been charged under the NDPS Act. The H-NEW urges the public, especially youth, to stay away from substance abuse.

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Hyderabad Police Bust Drug Peddling Ring, Seize MDMA

Hyderabad, October 22: The Hyderabad Narcotic Enforcement Wing (H-NEW), in collaboration with the Tolichowki police, announced the arrest of two individuals involved in drug trafficking within the city. Mohd Imran, 31, a car driver from Suncity, and Shaik Baseer Ahmed, 32, a resident of Humayun Nagar, were apprehended on October 19th following a joint operation.

Authorities seized 11 grams of MDMA, estimated to be worth ₹1.77 lakh, along with mobile phones and a two-wheeler.

According to police reports, Imran is a repeat offender with prior arrests for drug-related offenses. Despite undergoing rehabilitation, he allegedly continued to procure MDMA from an absconding supplier in Bengaluru, transporting it to Hyderabad for distribution.

Shaik Baseer Ahmed, who previously worked in Dubai, is accused of acting as a sub-peddler, delivering the drugs to customers on Imran’s instructions and sharing the profits.

A case has been registered against the duo under Sections 8(c) read with 22(c), 27, and 29 of the NDPS Act, 1985, at the Tolichowki police station.

“Imran sourced the MDMA from Bengaluru-based suppliers, while Baseer acted as a sub-peddler, distributing it across the city. The two earned quick money through the illegal trade.”, stated an officer from H-NEW.

The H-NEW has issued a public advisory, urging youth to refrain from substance abuse and encouraging parents to monitor their children closely. Citizens with information regarding drug trafficking are encouraged to contact the H-NEW team at 8712661601.

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