The accused, identified as Gulam Rasool Khan, Mallik Rehan, and Purakhan—all residents of Savanoor—were found in possession of 11 kg 843 grams of ganja valued at Rs 2,96,075. Acting on a tip-off, the Haveri Town Police apprehended the trio on Nagendramatti- Shantinagar road while they were attempting to sell the contraband.
A case has been registered against them under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act. During the arrest, the police seized the ganja, a mobile phone, and Rs 900 in cash.
SP Anshu Kumar has commended the police team for their diligent efforts in combating drug trafficking in the region.