Bantwal: Vittal police seize MDMA worth Rs 1.79 lakh; four arrested

Mangalore Today News Network

Bantwal, Mar 12, 2026: The Vittal police have arrested four persons for allegedly selling illegal drugs in the Bhagavant Kodi area of Netlu Mudnur village in Bantwal taluk.

According to police sources, Ashraf G (38), who was staying in a rented house, had been storing MDMA and supplying it to customers. Acting on specific information, a team led by Ratnakumar M, Assistant Sub-Inspector (Investigation-1) of Vittal police station, conducted a raid at the premises.

Drug

During the operation, Ashraf G, along with Hafeez alias Appi, Afwan, and Ashraf N.A., were taken into custody.

A search of the house led to the seizure of about 17.97 grams of MDMA, valued at approximately ₹1,79,700, along with a knife and other items.

Police have confiscated the seized materials and registered a case at Vittal police station under Crime No. 61/2026.

The accused have been booked under Sections 8(C) and 22(C) of the NDPS Act, 1985, and Section 27 of the Arms Act. Further investigation is underway to trace the wider drug network involved.

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