THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: In a swift and forceful operation, authorities apprehended a 52-year-old man suspected of transporting MDMA at the Thampanoor bus depot early this morning. The arrest was executed by the District Anti-Narcotics Special Action Force (DANSAF) following a tip-off, indicating a planned strategy to crack down on the region’s drug trafficking.

Upon arrival from Nagercoil, the suspect was initially searched by officers, yet no contraband was found. However, authorities utilized an X-ray machine, which revealed the concealed substances within his rectum, leading to an urgent investigation. Reports indicate that the total weight of the seized MDMA was 107.6 grams, highlighting the extent of the illicit cargo being transported.

The man, a local resident of Thiruvananthapuram, faces serious charges under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act (NDPS Act). This isn’t the first legal encounter for the suspect; he was previously out on bail related to an earlier cannabis possession charge. The police have emphasized their commitment to dismantling drug networks, and this arrest marks a significant step in addressing the ongoing issues surrounding narcotics in the region. The implications of this case extend beyond the individual, as local authorities strive to comprehend and disrupt the underlying systems of drug trafficking that pose a significant threat to community safety.