The Inshore Patrol Craft P 011 of the Northern Naval Command intercepted a suspicious dinghy in seas north of Kovilam, while it was heading ashore. The dinghy had been loaded with 04 sacks of Kerala cannabis weighing about 98kg and 500g (wet weight). Along with the consignment of Kerala cannabis 03 suspects and the dinghy used for this illegal act were taken in to naval custody. Meanwhile, the street value of the seized stock of Kerala cannabis is believed to be about Rs. The suspects along with the stock of Kerala cannabis and the dinghy will be handed over to the Kayts Police for onward legal action.

Source: The Nation July 06, 2021 06:22 UTC