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Nigerian arrested in India for selling MDMA worth N155.07m

By Guardian Editor
26 November 2024   |   8:43 am
The Central Crime Branch (CCB) of the Bengaluru Police in India has arrested a Nigerian national, one Kouassi Jules N. Guessan, for allegedly
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The Central Crime Branch (CCB) of the Bengaluru Police in India has arrested a Nigerian national, one Kouassi Jules N. Guessan, for allegedly selling MDMA crystals in the city.

The accused was reportedly involved in supplying the drug to a diverse clientele, including college students and IT professionals.

The police seized 515 grams of MDMA crystals worth approximately ₹77 lakh (approximately N155,072,729.28 in the Nigerian currency) during the arrest.

Guessan, who arrived in India on a business visa in 2017, has been residing in Bengaluru. The police are investigating his involvement in the drug trade over the years.

This arrest is a significant step in the ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking in Bengaluru.

The CCB has urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.

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