Anti Terrorist Squad (ATS) of Maharashtra seized 129 kilograms of Mephedrone (MD) worth Rs 52.64 crore from different parts of Mumbai
Anti Terrorist Squad of Maharashtra has seized 129 kilograms of Mephedrone (MD) worth Rs 52.64 crore from different parts of Mumbai. Pic credit/ Anurag Kamble
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During the preliminary investigation, it was revealed that the accused used advanced technology and high-quality chemicals to produce the drug in large quantities. A search operation of ATS is searching the factory at Navi Mumbai and the surrounding areas which may further provide leads for the investigation. The arrested accused are connected to one of the biggest MD drug-selling networks in Mumbai and the sophistication of their product is also striking," said the DCP Vikram Deshmane.
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The three arrested accused are identified as Abdul Razzak Sheikh (47), Irfan Sheikh (43), Suleman Sheikh (28), residents of Vikhroli and Naresh Mhaskar and Jitendra Parmar, from Panvel respectively. Abdul, Irfan and Suleman have been produced in the holiday court which have been remanded till 16th September, other 2 accused will be produced in the court on Wednesday.
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