Drug peddler held with hashish oil worth Rs 2.5 lakh in Hyderabad
- Police arrested a drug peddler in Hyderabad with 200 ml hashish oil.
- The seized contraband is estimated to be worth Rs 2.5 lakh.
- The accused was caught during patrol; further investigation is underway.
Hyderabad police arrested a drug peddler on Sunday and seized 200 ml of hashish oil from his possession. The contraband is estimated to be worth around Rs 2.5 lakh in the local market.
The arrest was made during a routine patrol, according to officials. The accused was found moving suspiciously in the area and was intercepted for questioning. A search led to the recovery of the hashish oil, which was concealed in a small container.
Details of the arrest
The police have identified the accused as a man in his late twenties. He was reportedly involved in the supply of drugs to local consumers. The exact location of the arrest has not been officially confirmed, but sources indicate it occurred in the limits of a central zone police station.
Hashish oil, a concentrated form of cannabis, is a banned substance under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. Possession, sale, or transport of such substances can lead to stringent punishment, including imprisonment.
Police action and legal proceedings
A case has been registered under the relevant sections of the NDPS Act at the concerned police station. The accused is currently in custody and will be produced before a court. The police are also probing whether the man had links to a larger drug network operating in the city.
Officials have not ruled out further arrests. They are examining the accused's call records and known associates to trace the source of the contraband. This is part of an ongoing crackdown on drug peddling in Hyderabad.
Previous incidents in the city
Hyderabad has seen a series of drug-related arrests in recent months. In similar operations, police have seized quantities of marijuana, cocaine, and synthetic drugs. The latest recovery adds to the list of hauls aimed at curbing the illegal trade.
Residents in the area have expressed concern over the easy availability of drugs. Police have urged citizens to report any suspicious activity related to drug trafficking.
Investigation continues
The investigation is ongoing, with the police focusing on the supply chain. The seized substance has been sent for chemical analysis, and the results are awaited. The accused's remand period will determine the next steps in the legal process.
Authorities are expected to release more details as the probe progresses.