Tue Nov 18 17:38:41 UTC 2025: News Article Summary:

Bengaluru police conducted a series of coordinated raids targeting drug trafficking, resulting in the arrest of 19 individuals, including 14 foreign nationals. Officials seized 4.904 kg of narcotics valued at ₹7.7 crore. Raids uncovered MDMA, hydro ganja, and suspicious international parcels containing concealed drugs. Several foreign nationals were found to be residing in the city without valid documentation and have been detained for deportation. Cases have also been registered against landlords who rented premises to foreign nationals without proper verification.

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Bengaluru Police Crack Down on Drug Trafficking, Arrest 19 in Coordinated Raids

Bengaluru, India – November 18, 2025 – The Central Crime Branch (CCB) of Bengaluru police conducted a series of coordinated raids across the city, resulting in the arrest of 19 individuals, including 14 foreign nationals, for drug-related offenses. The operations yielded a seizure of 4.904 kg of various narcotics, estimated to be worth ₹7.7 crore.

According to police reports, one raid in Suddaguntepalya led to the arrest of a Nigerian woman found in possession of 760 gm of MDMA crystals valued at ₹1.52 crore. The suspect lacked valid travel documents and was allegedly involved in peddling drugs in the city.

Another operation in B. Narayanapura resulted in the detention of five local drug peddlers and the recovery of 600 gm of hydro ganja worth ₹60 lakh. Police seized five mobile phones used in their operations.

CCB officials also arrested a Kenyan woman working at a salon in Kammanahalli, uncovering 2.044 kg of MDMA valued at ₹4.08 crore. Investigations revealed she entered India on a tourist visa and was allegedly sourcing drugs from Nigerian and Tanzanian nationals currently at large.

Further investigation revealed that police intercepted international parcels at the Foreign Post Office containing 1.5 kg of hydro ganja worth ₹1.5 crore. The drugs were concealed inside biscuit and chocolate packets imported from Thailand and France.

In addition to the drug busts, joint operations between the CCB and Electronics City Division resulted in the detention of 11 foreign nationals residing in Hebbagodi without valid passports or visas. They have been handed over to the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO) and are awaiting deportation.

Cases have also been registered against landlords Shivarama Krishna and Sangappa Patil for allegedly failing to adhere to mandatory verification procedures when renting their properties to foreign nationals. The investigations are ongoing.

The arrests highlight the city’s ongoing struggle against drug trafficking and illegal immigration. Authorities are expected to continue their efforts to combat these issues and ensure the safety and security of Bengaluru’s residents.

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