Probe into Vadakara MDMA case in Kerala gathers pace as digital evidence yields fresh leads
Investigators have reportedly recovered chats, photographs and other digital material that are believed to be linked to the alleged smuggling and distribution of MDMA. The chat records also include conversations with persons facing prosecution under Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, say police
The probe into the Vadakara MDMA case in Kerala has intensified as digital evidence unravels new leads. Police are re-examining crucial data from arrested teachers' mobile phones, financial transactions, and possible student involvement in the narcotics network. Keerthana, one of the accused, has provided significant information through chats, photographs, and conversations with those facing prosecution under the NDPS Act.
The investigation is probing whether rural students were unknowingly involved in the drug trade, possibly for transportation or bank account misuse. The team seeks custody of the other two arrested teachers, Kavya and Nishma, for further questioning. Keerthana, released on bail on August 6, will face a final custodial interrogation by Friday.
The case involves five individuals, and police are searching for a 22-year-old Wayanad native suspected as the mastermind. A petition has been filed by Youth Congress State general secretary V.P. Dulkhifil, demanding a probe into the alleged involvement of a former Samagra Shiksha Kerala official in bypassing proper screening for the teachers' temporary appointments.
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