In a major crackdown under Operation Kavach 13.0, the South District Delhi Police arrested a 35-year-old Nigerian national named John Chibuike. He was allegedly running a sophisticated cocaine supply network across South and South-East Delhi. The police recovered high-quality cocaine weighing one kilogram from his possession during the raid conducted in the Mehrauli area. This arrest is seen as a significant step in disrupting the drug supply chain in the national capital.
Details of the Operation and Seizure
- The arrest took place on March 30, 2026, following a targeted operation by the Special Staff of Delhi Police South District.
- The seized cocaine is estimated to be worth approximately ₹10 crore in the international market.
- John Chibuike was apprehended in Mehrauli and has a prior criminal record under the NDPS Act from a case in 2022.
- The operation was carried out by a team led by Inspector Anuj Kumar under the supervision of ACP Abhinendra Jain.
- A case has been officially registered under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act at the Mehrauli Police Station.
Ongoing Investigation and Network Tracing
Deputy Commissioner of Police (South), Anant Mittal, stated that the investigation is now focused on dismantling the entire drug syndicate. The police are working to trace the complete supply chain and identify other associates involved in the trade. There is a strong focus on examining potential links to both interstate and international networks to see how the drugs were entering the city.
This action is part of the district’s continued efforts to make Delhi drug-free. Officials are questioning the accused to find more hideouts and distribution points used by the syndicate. The police believe that this arrest will lead to more leads regarding the illegal narcotics trade in South Delhi and nearby regions.
