03-08-2025
Six IT professionals arrested at Chevella farmhouse drug party, LSD and hashish seized
Six software employees were arrested late on Saturday night after they were caught consuming drugs and alcohol at a private farmhouse party in Medipally village under Chevella limits. The raid was carried out by Special Task Force (STF) Teams based on specific intelligence.
The accused, all working for Dell, had gathered at Serene Orchards farmhouse to celebrate a birthday party hosted by Abhijit Banerjee, said an officer from the Excise Department.
All six accused tested positive for drug use and were identified as Abhijit Banerjee, Simpson, Parthu, Goyal, Yeswanth, and Sevio Dennis. Officials said two other individuals were involved in organising the party, including the farmhouse owner, who are currently absconding.
During the raid, officers seized 0.05 grams of LSD blots, 20.21 grams of hashish, five bottles of Ballantine's scotch, and six mobile phones. Three expensive vehicles, including a BMW, a Jeep, and a Datsun Go+, were also recovered. The total value of seized items is estimated to be over ₹50 lakh.
The case has been transferred to the Chevella police station for further investigation. A case has also been booked against the manager of the farmhouse.
