Vasai: The anti-narcotics cell (ANC) of Mira-Bhayandar, Vasai-Virar (MBVV) police arrested a 37-year-old Nigerian man, Victor Odichinma, also known as Dyke Ramond, for allegedly manufacturing mephedrone (MD) in two flats located in Vasai on Monday. The police confiscated contraband valued at ₹11.08 crore, comprising 22.86 kg of MD, along with raw materials and manufacturing equipment.
Victor, who moved into a rented flat in Mahesh Apartment, Vasai East, two months prior, was intercepted by the ANC following a tip-off regarding drug peddling in the area. Upon searching him late Sunday night, officers discovered 48 grams of cocaine in his bag.
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A subsequent search of his apartment revealed chemicals and drug-manufacturing equipment. Police also found a fake passport but no visa or rental agreement.
Additionally, a key to another flat in the building was found, which contained more raw materials for MD production. This second flat was reportedly occupied by another Nigerian, Igvenuba Chimaobi, who is now being pursued by authorities.
Raymond, present in Mumbai since 2014 with a previous narcotics-related case, claimed he was in India on a tourist visa and worked in television. The ANC has transferred him to Waliv police for further inquiries, including investigating the source of his materials and the flat owners where he operated.
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A patrolling unit from the ANC spotted the African national loitering in suspicious circumstances opposite in the Vijay Lakshmi area of Vasai (east) on Monday night. The ANC took him into custody and upon frisking he was found to have more than one kilogram MD valued at Rs 20.99 lakh and 17.3 grams cocaine worth Rs 5.19 lakh in the international market.
