Tamil Film Actor Srikanth Arrested for Purchasing Cocaine from International Cartel

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Srikanth, a well-known actor in the Tamil film industry, has been arrested by the Nungambakkam Police in Chennai for allegedly purchasing cocaine from an international drug cartel. The operation involved a Nigerian national and a wanted actor, Krishna, who is believed to be hiding in Kerala. The arrest follows a crackdown by the Anti-Narcotics Intelligence Unit (ANIU) on a drug supply network, which led to the discovery of Srikanth's involvement in the cocaine trade. Further investigations revealed that the narcotics were sourced from Bengaluru, and Srikanth tested positive for narcotics during a blood test at Rajiv Gandhi Government General Hospital.

Key Takeaways:

  • Srikanth was arrested by the Nungambakkam Police in Chennai for allegedly purchasing cocaine from an international drug cartel.
  • The cartel includes a Nigerian national and a wanted actor, Krishna, who is believed to be hiding in Kerala.
  • Srikanth had been in regular contact with three drug offenders arrested earlier, according to a senior officer from the Greater Chennai City Police (GCP).
  • The ANIU cracked down on a drug supply network, leading to the discovery of Srikanth's involvement and the seizure of 11 grams of cocaine from two individuals.
  • Further investigations revealed that the narcotics were sourced from Bengaluru.
  • Srikanth tested positive for narcotics during a blood test at Rajiv Gandhi Government General Hospital.
  • The actor has featured in several popular films, including April Maadhathil, Parthiban Kanavu, and the Tamil remake of 3 Idiots titled Nanban.
  • Srikanth made his debut in the 2002 super hit Tamil film Roja Kootam.

Statistics:

  • 11 grams of cocaine were seized from two individuals by the Nungambakkam Police.
  • Srikanth has featured in at least 5 popular films, including April Maadhathil, Parthiban Kanavu, and Nanban.
  • The ANIU has cracked down on a drug supply network involving an international cartel.
  • Srikanth's arrest was made by the Nungambakkam Police in Chennai.
  • The investigation is ongoing, with further inquiries being conducted by the GCP.

Sources:

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