Rise in Women Arrested for Narcotic Offenses in Ernakulam

In a growing concern for law enforcement agencies in Ernakulam, the number of women arrested for drug offenses has increased significantly in the past few weeks. As of this month, seven women have been apprehended for narcotics-related crimes, highlighting the evolving nature of drug peddling in the region. The arrests were made in various locations across the city, including apartments, hotel rooms, and even a car.

Key Takeaways:

Seven women have been arrested for drug offenses in Ernakulam this month alone, with city police arresting three women and excise department and rural police arresting two women each.
Over 60 youths were arrested in major drug cases in the past two months in Ernakulam, indicating a continued rise in drug trafficking.
Excise special squad inspector K P Pramod observed that many women were introduced to drugs by their friends, leading to addiction, which is difficult to overcome without conviction.
One of the arrested women, an Ernakulam native, was introduced to drugs by her ex-husband and started selling it to support her addiction and maintain an upscale lifestyle.
Statistics show that drug trafficking is on the rise again after a temporary decline caused by increased police surveillance.
Many drug peddling rackets intentionally rope in women to avoid immediate detection by law enforcement agencies.

Statistics:

7 women arrested for drug offenses in Ernakulam this month.
Over 60 youths arrested in major drug cases in the past two months in Ernakulam.
Excise special squad inspector K P Pramod observed that 6-7 uses of drugs can lead to addiction.
One woman was arrested with 30 LSD stamps, worth an estimated amount.
Women are often introduced to drugs by their friends, leading to addiction.

Sources:

[1] K P Pramod, Excise special squad inspector, K P Pramod
[2] Ernakulam police,
[3] Times of India