Marijuana-laced jelly beans sold to college students in Bengaluru, two arrested
Bengaluru police have arrested two men for selling jelly bean candies, laced with marijuana to students from medical and engineering colleges.The accused, Mohammed Zahid and Ismail Adnan, both residents of Vishwanath Nagenahalli in Hebbal, were caught during a raid conducted by the Byatarayanapura police, led by officer K Jeevan. A third suspect is on the run.During the raid, police seized 1,440 g of ganja worth approximately Rs 3 lakh. Investigators revealed that the accused were manufacturing jelly candies infused with marijuana extract.These drug-laced sweets, which looked like regular candies, were sold for as much as 6,000 per packet.advertisement
Officials said the jelly melts quickly in the mouth and produces an intense high, reportedly stronger than smoking marijuana or consuming hashish. Its innocent appearance made it easy for users to hide and carry without raising suspicion.Police suspect that the racket was being operated in coordination with an associate based in Mangaluru. Efforts are currently underway to trace the production site of these cannabis-infused jellies.This isn't the first time drug-laced candies have surfaced in Karnataka. In August 2023, a similar case in Mangaluru came to light when parents noticed sudden behavioural changes in their children, coupled with persistent demands for a particular Rs 20 chocolate from two local shops.Acting on complaints, police raided the shops and seized 118 kg of chocolates laced with marijuana. Two shopkeepers were arrested in the case.- EndsTune InMust Watch
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