In a major anti-narcotics operation, police and excise officials carried out a drug trafficking bust at the Kerala border near Kumily, leading to the arrest of multiple suspects and the seizure of a large quantity of illegal substances.
Acting on specific intelligence inputs, security teams conducted vehicle inspections at the border check-post and intercepted suspects attempting to smuggle drugs into Kerala. During the operation, authorities recovered ganja and other banned narcotic substances, along with cash suspected to be proceeds of drug trafficking.
Officials stated that the accused were part of an inter-state drug network using border routes to transport narcotics into Kerala. The seized contraband has been sent for examination, and further investigations are underway to identify the source of the drugs and other individuals involved in the racket.
Police have intensified border surveillance and night patrols to curb illegal activities, especially drug smuggling through forest and highway routes around Kumily. Authorities warned that strict legal action will be taken against anyone involved in drug-related crimes.
Residents and travelers have been urged to cooperate with law enforcement agencies and report any suspicious movements or activities near border areas.
