Absconding ganja peddler held in Hyderabad; 28 clients identified
According to EAGLE officials, Sandeep, a native of Karnataka, had been sourcing ganja from a supplier based in Maharashtra, was absconding. Police seized 2kg ganja from Sandeep at the time of his arrest.
Sandeep is reported to have a clientele of around 100 individuals and was operating through a WhatsApp group.
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In addition to the 14 drug abusers who were earlier apprehended while on their way to meet Sandeep, a further 14 consumers have been caught over the past two days.
Among those who tested positive for ganja use are software professionals, sales executives, HR professionals, and others.
All those arrested will be sent to de-addiction centre, pending court approval. So far, 28 of Sandeep's 100 clients have been identified, and efforts are underway to trace remaining individuals.
All 100 clients are being treated as accused in the case.
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