MAPUSA: A 23-year-old native of Haryana was arrested in a narcotic raid early Sunday morning.
Calangute Police apprehended the accused, Surender Singh from Faridabad after he was found in possession of 39 gms ganja worth Rs 7000.
A police patrol team identified a person moving suspiciously near the Bandodkar statue. On seeing the police, the accused took to his heels but was caught after a brief chase, police informed.
During interrogation, the accused confessed of peddling drugs and the illegal substance in his possession was seized by police. He was arrested under the relevant section of NDPS Act. Calangute Police is investigating the case.
