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Indian Express
17-07-2025
- Indian Express
Crystal Meth worth Rs 7.6 crore seized from Nigerian women in Pune
IN A major seizure of synthetic drugs, the Pune Regional Unit of the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has seized over 3.8 kgs of Crystal Meth worth Rs 7.6 crore from a Nigerian woman. Crystal Meth is very powerful and highly addictive central nervous system stimulant, valued at Rs 7.6 crore in illicit markets, from a Nigerian woman. The suspect woman was later arrested, was intercepted in Pune district while travelling on a bus between Delhi and Bangalore, in a joint operation with Pune Customs. Officials from the Pune unit of the DRI said that specific intelligence received by DRI sleuths indicated that a woman foreign national would be travelling by bus from Delhi to Bengaluru, carrying psychotropic substances concealed in her luggage. Acting on the input, officers of DRI Pune regional unit along with officers of Pune Customs mounted surveillance along the Mumbai–Bangalore Highway in Pune district and intercepted the suspect passenger in transit. Initial search of the passenger and her baggage did not reveal anything. Officers then conducted a thorough search of the bus which led to identification of her second baggage, hidden at the back of the bus. A thorough search of the second baggage revealed six Salwar suits, each folded with paper cardboards specially designed to create cavities lined with polythene containing white crystalline substance. Total 3.815 kg of white crystalline substance suspected to be crystal meth was recovered. Field testing confirmed the presence of amphetamine. The recovered drugs was seized, and the accused was arrested under the provisions of Narcotics Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act. Further investigation is in progress, the DRI officials said. A coordinated investigation has been launched into the supply chain and distribution network and the suspected accomplices of the arrested Nigerian national, an officer said. Sushant Kulkarni is a Special Correspondent with The Indian Express in Pune with 12+ years of experience covering issues related to Crime, Defence, Internal Security and Courts. He has been associated with the Indian Express since July 2010. Sushant has extensively reported on law and order issues of Pune and surrounding area, Cyber crime, narcotics trade and terrorism. His coverage in the Defence beat includes operational aspects of the three services, the defence research and development and issues related to key defence establishments. He has covered several sensitive cases in the courts at Pune. Sushant is an avid photographer, plays harmonica and loves cooking. ... Read More
The South African
08-06-2025
- The South African
Police nab foreign national found with drugs worth R100 000
The Limpopo Provincial Flying Squad has made a breakthrough after arresting a foreign national found with drugs in Mokopane town. The 47-year-old suspect was found with crystal methamphetamine valued at approximately R100 000. The Flying Squad received a tip-off about suspicious drug-dealing activities going on in the area. Upon arrival, the police found the suspect in possession of crystal methamphetamine and arrested him. Additionally, the suspect was found with no valid South African Identity Documentation (ID). The suspect is expected to appear in court before the Mokopane Magistrate's Court on Monday, 9 June 2025, over charges of possession and dealing in drugs and Contravention of the Immigration Act. Three suspects have been arrested after being found in possession of drugs on Friday, 6 June 2025. The suspects were apprehended in different locations. The first suspect, a 21-year-old male, was arrested at his residence in Mosesetjane Village, after police found 155 sachets of Nyaope, 57 sachets of Cat, 31 sachets of Crystal Meth and an undisclosed amount of cash in his bedroom. A 26-year-old male suspect was also arrested at his residence in Danisani Sandsloot Village. He was found with 46 sachets of Crystal Meth and 13 sachets of Nyaope. In Masodi Village, police apprehended a 39-year-old female suspect who was found 5 sachets of Nyaope, 2 sachets of Crystal Meth and an undisclosed amount of cash. All three suspects were detained at Mahwelereng SAPS and are facing charges related to the Contravention of the Drugs and Drug Trafficking Act and Possession of Prohibited Drugs. They are expected to appear before the Mahwelereng Magistrate's Court on 9 June 2025. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
Yahoo
07-04-2025
- Yahoo
Two Hartselle men arrested on drug trafficking charges by Falkville PD
FALKVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) — A traffic stop led to two men being arrested on drug trafficking charges in Falkville. On Sunday, Falkville Police pulled a vehicle over for a traffic violation along I-65 North. During the traffic stop, officers noticed that the two men inside the vehicle began moving frantically. According to police, officers also noticed an odor of marijuana coming from inside the vehicle. After searching the vehicle, both men inside were found with a trafficking amount of Fentanyl / Crystal Meth mixture. As a result, Tyler Blain Miller, 31, of Hartselle and Terrance Simeon Jeudy, 28, of Hartselle were arrested and charged with Dangerous Drugs-Drug Trafficking. FPD told News 19 that one of the men was on federal probation for previous firearm and counterfeit money charges. Miller and Juedy were transported to the Morgan County Jail and were booked on a $140,000 bond. Authorities said that the bond was set due to criminal history and both men being on probation. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Arab Times
03-04-2025
- Arab Times
Kuwait Police Nab Bedoun with Crystal Meth Valued at KD 250,000
KUWAIT CITY, April 3: Kuwaiti security forces have successfully apprehended a Bedoun found in possession of a significant quantity of the narcotic drug Crystal Meth. The arrest was carried out by the Criminal Security Sector, represented by the General Department for Drug Control, as part of ongoing efforts to combat drug smuggling and trafficking. Following intensive search and investigation operations, authorities identified the suspect as a narcotics trafficker. Undercover officers arranged a controlled purchase, leading to his arrest while in possession of approximately 16 kilograms of crystal meth, with an estimated street value exceeding 250,000 Kuwaiti dinars. Further investigations revealed that the suspect had a history of drug smuggling and trafficking and had recently been released from the central prison. During questioning, he admitted to possessing the seized drugs for distribution. He has since been referred to the relevant authorities for legal proceedings. The Ministry of Interior reaffirmed its commitment to continuing security operations against drug traffickers, vowing to take decisive action against anyone attempting to smuggle or distribute narcotics in Kuwait.
Rudaw Net
31-03-2025
- Rudaw Net
Baghdad captures major drug dealer amid ongoing anti-narcotics efforts
ERBIL, Kurdistan Region - Iraq's National Security Service (NSS) on Sunday announced the arrest of one the most notorious drug dealers in Baghdad. According to a statement from the NSS, relayed by the state-run Iraqi News Agency (INA), the arrest was made after thorough intelligence monitoring. 'The operation also resulted in the seizure of 1,350 LSD patches [tabs], more than 12 kilograms of marijuana, 800 grams of cocaine, in addition to 1,850 narcotic pills and drug paraphernalia,' it added. Of note, LSD patches are a form of transdermal delivery system sometimes used to administer drugs through the skin. The suspect was apprehended 'red-handed' and 'sentenced to death' by a Baghdad criminal court in accordance with Article 27 of Iraq's Anti-Narcotics Law. This article prescribes severe penalties, including the death penalty or life imprisonment, for individuals involved in the trafficking, production, or cultivation of narcotic or psychotropic substances. This latest bust is part of Iraq's ongoing counter-narcotics efforts. Since the start of 2025, Baghdad authorities have seized nearly 2.86 tons of illicit substances. Iraq in mid-March announced the seizure of some 1.1 tons of Captagon flowing in from Syria, with the help of the Kurdistan Region and Saudi Arabia. In early March, Iraq's narcotics control directorate reported that Baghdad had seized some 1.75 tons of illicit substances since the beginning of 2025 and made 2,000 arrests in the process. In December, a total of 6 tons and 183 kilograms of illicit drugs were seized in 2024, with 14,483 suspects arrested. Among those, 144 individuals were sentenced to death for international drug smuggling, while 454 local dealers were given life sentences, each lasting 20 years. Speaking to Rudaw in late February, the head of Iraq's Security Media Cell, Major General Saad Maan, described drug trafficking as "the most widespread crime" in Iraq, highlighting that Erbil and Baghdad are working jointly and with regional neighbours to address the issue. Maan also noted that drugs are mostly imported into Iraq, though there have been "failed attempts" to produce Crystal Meth and Captagon locally, which are among the most commonly abused substances in the country.
