Bantwal, September 16, 2025: In a targeted operation, Vitla Police apprehended four individuals attempting to sell ganja near Alike village, seizing a motorcycle and contraband valued at ₹17,000. The arrests were made during routine patrols in the Erumbu Road area of Alike village, Bantwal Taluk.

The accused have been identified as Sanath Kumar (23), a resident of Mangalpadavu; Mohammed Razik (23), son of Abdul Razak; Chetan (23), a resident of Kodapadavu; and Dhyan Kerkera (23), from Ennemajalu. Police Sub-Inspector Ramakrishna and his team, while on rounds, spotted the suspects acting suspiciously near a two-wheeler and detained them for questioning.

The interrogation revealed that the group was transporting ganja in their motorcycle for illegal sale to local consumers. A search yielded 6.27 grams of ganja, three mobile phones, and the vehicle bearing registration KA19EA7018.

Vitla Police have registered a case under Crime No. 126/2025, invoking Sections 8(b) and 20(b)(ii)(A) of the NDPS Act, along with Section 3(5) of the BNS 2023.