Thane Police Arrest Man with ₹7.26 Lakh Worth of Methamphetamine

In a significant drug bust, Thane police arrested a 55-year-old man for possessing methamphetamine worth ₹7.26 lakh. The suspect, Ismail Mohammad Safi Abbasi, was caught near VTC Ground in Ulhasnagar. During the investigation, he disclosed that he acquired the drugs from a contact in Indore. Authorities are now tracing the supply chain and potential buyers. This incident highlights ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking in the region.

By Narendra Chaudhary Dec 21, 2025, 10:52 IST

Arrest in Thane District

In Thane district, Maharashtra, law enforcement officials have apprehended a 55-year-old man for allegedly possessing methamphetamine valued at ₹7.26 lakh. This information was confirmed by a police officer on Sunday.

According to an officer from the Vitthalwadi police station, the suspect, Ismail Mohammad Safi Abbasi, a resident of Indore, was caught on Friday afternoon near the VTC Ground in Ulhasnagar under suspicious circumstances.

The officer stated that during a routine patrol, the police team became suspicious and conducted a search, leading to the discovery of 36.3 grams of methamphetamine (MD) powder in his possession. During questioning, the suspect revealed that he had obtained the narcotic from a person named Harish in Indore, prompting the police to initiate a search for this individual.

The officer further mentioned that a case has been registered under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. The police are currently investigating the drug supply chain and potential buyers.