(MENAFN- Live Mint) "A police sub-inspector has been arrested in connection with a major drug seizure in Pune, Maharashtra. The arrest comes as part of the ongoing investigation into the recovery of 42 kilograms of the banned drug MD (mephedrone) worth approximately 42 crore rupees, according to a report by ANI Read | Mumbai BEST announces price hike: Check new fares for daily, weekly, and monthly passes in your bus routeAccording to Police Inspector Vaibhav Shingare of Pimpri Chinchwad City Police, the Anti-Narcotics Cell apprehended a drug peddler named Namami Jha on Friday and confiscated the substantial amount of MD. During the subsequent investigation, officials uncovered the involvement of a sub-inspector stationed at the Nigdi police station Read | Suvendu Adhikari says Sandeshkhali accused Shajahan in 'safe custody' of police, 'will get 5-star facilities' | 10 ptsFollowing a search, authorities recovered an additional 2.32 kilograms of mephedrone from the accused officer, identified as Vikas Shelke. Shelke and Jha are currently the two individuals arrested in the case. A case has been registered at the Sangvi police station under relevant sections of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, with further investigation ongoing Read | Traffic Alert! Delhi Police advises alternate routes due to heavy vehicular movement on DND flywayThis incident highlights the complex and often intertwined nature of the fight against illegal drugs. The arrest of a law enforcement official allegedly involved in the drug trade underscores the importance of robust internal controls and vigilance within police forces.
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