In a significant law enforcement operation, four individuals were apprehended in Mangaluru on charges of distributing MDMA, commonly known as ecstasy. The arrests come amid increasing concern about synthetic drug networks operating within urban and surrounding areas.
The Raid: Seizures Paint a Stark Picture
Acting on a specific tip-off, the City Crime Branch conducted a raid in Padukodi village near Bangre Kulur. Authorities found the four accused allegedly preparing MDMA for sale. In a decisive move, the police recovered:
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51 grams of MDMA, valued at approximately ₹2,500 per gram—bringing the total seizure to around ₹1.27 lakh
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Seven mobile phones believed to have been used in coordinating drug distribution
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Two vehicles: a Maruti Baleno and a Mahindra Scorpio
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Nearly ₹12,000 in cash, directly from the suspects
Who Were the Accused?
The arrested include:
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Devaraj ‘Devu’ Poojary (38) of Udyavara village (Udupi)
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Jeevan Amin (32) from Padu Palipar (Kaup)
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Imran (40) from Moodushedde (Mangaluru)
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B. Mohammad Hanif (56) residing in Ashoknagar (Mangaluru)
Police investigations suggest that Devaraj Poojary played a key role in distributing MDMA across Udupi, Shivamogga, and Mangaluru, while the others managed operations within Mangaluru city limits. The drugs were reportedly being packed into small, sale-ready packets and distributed across communities. A case has been formally registered under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act.
Broader Context: A Worrying Rise in Synthetic Drug Activity
This case is one among several similar busts across Karnataka and neighboring states in recent weeks:
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In Thiruvananthapuram, police intercepted a gang transporting 500 grams of MDMA valued at ₹40 lakh; the group had even used children to evade detection.
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In Mysuru, authorities uncovered a clandestine MDMA manufacturing site disguised as a garage, leading to the largest-ever drug haul in the state—188 kg with an estimated market worth of ₹382 crore—along with industrial-grade lab equipment.
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Local police have intensified anti-drug patrols in areas like Udayagiri and Lashkar, intercepting ganja and MDMA in raids, alongside efforts to remove repeat offenders from city limits.
Why This Matters
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Synthetic drugs like MDMA pose a potent threat due to their addictive potential, especially among young adults. These busts highlight how ingrained such networks are becoming in urban landscapes.
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Operational sophistication is evolving: From mobile coordination tools to packaging infrastructure and vehicle use, these cases show the networks are organized and far-reaching.
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Enforcement strategies must adapt: Karnataka’s police forces are escalating efforts—from targeted raids to special drives and cross-state collaboration—to stem the tide of synthetic narcotics.
Final Thoughts
This recent bust in Mangaluru is not just a single law-and-order incident—it represents a broader battle against synthetic drug proliferation in southern India. It underscores the need for strong intelligence, coordinated policing, and community awareness to dismantle such networks.
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