Hyderabad Farmhouse Raid Exposes High-Profile Drug Gathering
A dramatic late-night operation by the Telangana police's Elite Action Group for Drug Law Enforcement (EAGLE) has uncovered an alleged narcotics party at a farmhouse in Moinabad, on the outskirts of Hyderabad. The raid, which took place around 9:30 PM, revealed a gathering that included politicians, businessmen, and their associates, sending shockwaves through the city.
Farmhouse Linked to Former MLA Rohit Reddy
The property where the raid occurred is reportedly linked to former Pilot Rohit Reddy of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS). Investigators stated that approximately ten individuals were present at the farmhouse when the enforcement team arrived, acting on a tip-off about narcotics consumption at the location in Rangareddy district.
Cocaine Recovered and Positive Drug Tests
During a thorough search of the premises, police recovered about two grams of cocaine, classified as a small quantity under current narcotics laws. Preliminary drug screening conducted on the attendees revealed that five out of the ten individuals tested positive for substances. Those identified include Rohit Reddy, Namit Mishra, Ritesh Reddy, Kaushik Ravi, and Arjun Reddy.
Dramatic Gunshot Incident During Raid
The raid took a dangerous turn when Delhi-based businessman Namit Sharma allegedly fired a shot from a pistol after police entered the property. Authorities reported that the firearm belonged to another attendee and had a valid license, adding a layer of complexity to the investigation.
Resistance Faced by Enforcement Team
Sources indicate that the enforcement team initially encountered resistance from security personnel at the farmhouse gate. Officers had to call in additional support from a Special Operations Team to gain access to the property, highlighting the challenges faced during the operation.
High-Profile Attendees Detained
Officials confirmed that the group at the party consisted of politicians, real estate businessmen, and other associates. Among the ten attendees detained were nine men and one woman. This farmhouse had previously come under scrutiny in 2022 during a controversial police raid related to an alleged cash-for-defection plot involving BRS legislators, suggesting a pattern of illicit activities at the location.
The raid underscores ongoing issues with drug enforcement and high-profile involvement in such activities, raising questions about accountability and law enforcement efforts in the region.
