2 Nigerian men arrested for drug trafficking
The suspects, who confessed to their crimes were found with Rs 5.5 lakh worth of cocaine, equivalent to $9,040.
Two Nigerian drug traffickers were arrested during a raid in India.
Report says that the pair, who visited the country using a business visa had been engaging in the illicit business six months before they were arrested.
According to a report by India Mail, the men were caught during a raid exercise to rid the city of illegal immigrants.
ADVERTISEMENT
The reports reads, "The incident took place while the police were on the raid to rid the state of illegal immigrants."
"They came across Kenneth whose visa had expired since March and was illegally staying in the country."
"They were caught by the bangaluru police while selling cocaine to college students in the region."
The Nigerians were found in possession of Rs 5.5 lakh worth of cocaine, equivalent to $9,040.
A confession was made by the suspects, who will be tried according to the Narcotics, Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act of 1985.
JOIN OUR PULSE COMMUNITY!
ADVERTISEMENT
Eyewitness? Submit your stories now via social or:
Email: eyewitness@pulse.ng
Recommended articles
You should avoid boat rides for these 5 reasons
How to save a life by doing CPR during an emergency
Avoid these 3 common mistakes when cooking fried rice
3 reasons most airplanes are painted white
How 1 woman became first lady of 2 different countries — she married 2 presidents
A billionaire is building a new Titanic ship — when is the first trip?
Police arrest Borno teenagers caught trying to set IDP camp ablaze
Estate agent defrauds 3 house seekers of ₦725k, fails to deliver apartments
Sokoto Govt to address severe water scarcity amidst high temperatures
ADVERTISEMENT