Four Arrested with Suspected MDMA in Separate Incidents

Quick Summary

• Kochi City police arrested four individuals and seized over 30 grams of suspected MDMA in two separate raids.
• The arrests were made by the District Anti-Narcotics Special Action Force (DANSAF) during an intensive anti-drug campaign ahead of Onam.
• In the first raid, Shahanas V.P., 28, from Palakkad, and Sindhu, 28, from Ernakulam were apprehended with 15.63 grams of suspected MDMA at a hotel room near Woodlands Junction.
• In the second raid, Nasif P.N., 30, from Mattanchery, and Mustafa Mukbin, 28, from Thoppumpady were caught carrying 14.5 grams of suspected MDMA.

Indian Opinion Analysis
The recent drug busts highlight proactive enforcement efforts by Kochi’s DANSAF unit to combat narcotic distribution during a culturally notable time such as Onam when visitor inflow increases along with risks of substance abuse incidents. Arresting suspects and confiscating illicit substances reflect rising concerns over drug infiltration into urban centers like Kochi-a trend that could affect public health and safety if left unchecked. Sustained vigilance through focused campaigns could act as deterrence not just for immediate festivities but possibly for long-term societal impact.

Published: September 04, 2025 | Image(s): N/A