Archive · 8 Sep 2026
Mumbra Police Seize 329 Codeine Syrup Bottles, Arrest Youth
Police in Mumbra arrested a 20-year-old man during an operation in Retibunder.
They said he was carrying 329 bottles of codeine-based syrup.
The syrup was estimated to be worth ₹3,94,800.
Police believe the shipment was meant to be sold illegally.
Officers said the suspect tried to run away when he saw them.
A case was filed under drug-related laws.
A court sent him to police custody until September 12, 2026.
Police are asking residents to report information about illegal drugs.
Mumbra Police arrested 20-year-old Mohammad Hamid Khaja Moinuddin Sheikh in Retibunder.
Officers seized 329 bottles of banned codeine-based syrup valued at ₹3,94,800.
Police said the seizure followed intelligence about a shipment intended for illegal sale.
A case was registered under the NDPS Act and the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940.
Police said six raids and seven arrests were made over the previous two months, with narcotics worth over ₹27 lakh seized.
- Who
- Mumbra Police arrested 20-year-old Mohammad Hamid Khaja Moinuddin Sheikh.
- What
- Police seized 329 bottles of banned codeine-based syrup and registered a case against the suspect.
- When
- The police trap was conducted on September 5, 2026; the report is dated September 8, 2026.
- Where
- Retibunder, within Mumbra police limits in Thane.
- Why
- Police said the syrup was being brought to the area for illegal sale.
- Seized material
- 329 bottles of codeine-based syrup
- Estimated value
- ₹3,94,800
- Arrested suspect
- Mohammad Hamid Khaja Moinuddin Sheikh, 20
- Police operation
- Trap conducted on September 5, 2026
- Case number
- Crime No. I-1529/2026
- Custody
- Police custody until September 12, 2026
- Recent enforcement
- Six raids, seven arrests, and narcotics worth over ₹27 lakh seized in two months