Coimbatore Police Arrest Trio with 3.5kg Ganja, Weapons in Vadavalli Raid
In a significant crackdown on narcotics trafficking, the Vadavalli police in Coimbatore arrested three men on Saturday for possession of more than 3 kilograms of ganja intended for sale. The operation, conducted during a routine patrol, led to the seizure of contraband, a motorcycle, a weighing machine, and knives.
Details of the Arrested Individuals
A police officer identified the arrested trio as S Edison Chakravarthy, 26, and D Richard Sachin, 26, both natives of Dindigul district, along with P Walter William, 21, a resident of Uppilipalayam in Coimbatore city. According to authorities, Edison and Richard are history-sheeters with multiple pending cases, including a murder charge, highlighting their involvement in criminal activities.
How the Arrest Unfolded
The police spotted the trio traveling on a motorcycle during a routine patrol near Veerakeralam in Vadavalli. Suspecting foul play, officers stopped them for a vehicle check. Upon inspection, they discovered 3.5 kilograms of ganja concealed in a plastic cover. Additionally, the men were found in possession of a weighing machine and knives, indicating their intent to distribute the narcotics.
Seizures and Legal Actions
The Vadavalli police seized the following items from the accused:
- 3.5kg of ganja
- A motorcycle used for transportation
- A weighing machine for measuring the contraband
- Knives, suggesting potential threats or violence
The trio has been booked under multiple sections of the law, including:
- Section 8(c) read with 20(b)(ii)(B) of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, which pertains to possession and sale of narcotics.
- Section 25 of the NDPS Act, related to allowing premises to be used for narcotics offenses.
- Section 29 of the NDPS Act, concerning abetment and criminal conspiracy.
- Section 132 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, which addresses offenses against public tranquility.
Judicial Proceedings and Custody
After their arrest, the accused were produced before a judicial magistrate, who remanded them in judicial custody. They have been subsequently lodged in the Coimbatore Central Prison, pending further legal proceedings. This action underscores the police's commitment to curbing drug-related crimes in the region.
The Vadavalli police have emphasized that such operations are part of ongoing efforts to maintain law and order, particularly targeting narcotics trafficking that poses a threat to public safety and health.
