The Special Operations Group (SOG) of Ahmedabad Police arrested an individual in possession of illegal narcotics worth ₹1.85 lakh in a late-night operation near Astodia Darwaza. The accused, identified as Yusuf Pathan alias Wapalap was caught with 18.16 grams of mephedrone (MD) and other incriminating items, while his accomplice Mohsin Khan Pathan, is absconding.
Acting on a tip-off, the SOG team established surveillance in the Juhapura area. Around 6 pm, officials received specific intelligence regarding a suspect wearing black attire, carrying a suspicious packet, and heading towards a sale point. A team of officers swung into action.
By 8 pm, a police contingent, accompanied by independent witnesses, positioned themselves strategically near Astodia Darwaza. At approximately 8.45 pm, Yusuf alias Wapalap was intercepted. Upon personal search, a black plastic bag containing a white crystalline substance was found in his possession. A preliminary test confirmed it as mephedrone. Further search led to the recovery of a mobile phone and ₹5,000 in cash.
Following his apprehension, the accused revealed that the contraband had been sourced from Mohsin Khan Pathan, a resident of Juhapura. Based on this lead, Pathan was also arrested.
Forensic experts were called in to confirm the substance’s authenticity, and an official Panchnama was drawn up. Digital weighing equipment was used to determine the net weight of the narcotic, confirming it at 18.16 grams. The estimated market value of the seizure stands at ₹1.85 lakh.
A case has been registered against the duo under various Sections of the NDPS Act. The accused are currently in police custody as further investigations are underway to trace the supply chain and potential links to larger drug networks operating in the city.