Mumbai Crime Branch Arrests 2 For Alleged Heroin Trafficking, Seizes 651 Grams Of Heroin Worth ₹3.25 Crore In Kandivali West
Mumbai, August 21, 2026: The Crime Branch Unit 11 has arrested two persons for allegedly trafficking and selling heroin in Mumbai and its adjoining areas. Heroin weighing 651 grams, valued at approximately Rs 3.25 crore, was seized from their possession. According to the press note issued on August 21, the action was taken on the directions of Mumbai Police Commissioner Deven Bharti as part of a…
Mumbai Crime Branch Unit 11 has apprehended two individuals for their alleged involvement in heroin trafficking and distribution within the city and surrounding regions. The duo was arrested in Kandivali West, where police seized 651 grams of heroin, estimated to be worth Rs 3.25 crore. According to a press release on August 21, the operation was initiated based on information received on August 20 and was part of a special crackdown on drug trafficking and illegal narcotics trade.
Police intercepted the suspects near BMC Garden on Yashodariya Road, Kandivali West. During a search, they recovered the 651 grams of heroin, along with Rs 2.10 lakh in cash and two mobile phones and other materials valued at Rs 50,800, raising the total estimated value of the seized property to Rs 3,28,50,800. Charges of narcotics offenses have been filed under Sections 8(c), 21(c), and 29 of the NDPS Act of 1985.
The two accused have been taken into custody, and the police are probing their alleged involvement in the heroin trafficking network and seeking to identify other individuals connected to the operation.
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