Tarun Karthick
Port Blair, 08 October 2023
In a significant development in the ongoing crackdown on drug trafficking in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, two employees of India Post, identified as S.A. Karthick and D. Wilson David Raj, have been arrested for their alleged involvement in delivering a parcel containing marijuana to the main accused. The arrest were made after investigation was conducted following the seizure of 2.095 Kilograms of marijuana on October 4, 2023 from Mohd. Shabib by a joint team of PS CCS and Narcotics Cell of CID Unit.
The accused individuals have been identified as S.A. Karthick, aged 40 and resident of Shadipur, and D. Wilson David Raj, aged 27 and resident of Shadipur. Both were apprehended under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act of 1985.
Upon investigation, it was revealed that the postal staff knowingly delivered the parcel containing marijuana to the main suspect, disregarding the actual labeled addressee. This discovery sheds light on a potential nexus between drug traffickers and certain individuals within the postal service.
Andaman and Nicobar Police have been unwavering in their commitment to curbing drug trafficking and bringing those responsible for such offences to justice. The latest arrests signal another step forward in their efforts to combat the drug menace in the region.
The general public is urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities related to drug trafficking or substance abuse to the police immediately. They can do so by using the following telephone numbers: 112/100, 232586, 233307, 9474257242, and 9531856080. By working together with law enforcement, citizens can contribute to creating a safer and drug-free society for everyone.