New Delhi: The Delhi Police Crime Branch has busted an interstate drug trafficking network allegedly operating across Delhi-NCR and arrested five people, including three foreign nationals, a woman and a Delhi resident. Police said heroin and MDMA worth around ₹12 crore were recovered from the accused and at their instance. Investigators are now working to identify other members of the network and trace the source of the drugs.
According to police, the arrested accused have been identified as Nigerian nationals Morris Okali, 52, and Ibeggu Chigozie Samuel, 50; Ghanaian national Emmanuel, 38; Delhi residents Sameer, 28, and Lady, 36. Preliminary investigation indicates that the group was allegedly involved in the wholesale and retail distribution of heroin and MDMA in the Delhi-NCR region.
Accused allegedly arrived near hospital to deliver drug consignment
The Crime Branch had received information that Morris Okali would arrive in the Shahdara area to deliver a drug consignment. According to the information received by investigators, he was expected to reach near a hospital during the intervening night of July 19 and 20.
Following the tip-off, a police team increased surveillance in the area and monitored suspicious movements. Police allegedly intercepted Okali while he was carrying a black shoulder bag.
During a search, officers allegedly recovered 2.004 kg of heroin and 863 grams of MDMA from the bag. Following the recovery, a case was registered at the concerned Crime Branch police station and Okali was questioned about the alleged drug network.
Interrogation allegedly revealed other members
According to investigators, questioning Okali led police to other alleged members of the network. Acting on information obtained during the investigation, police conducted operations in Chander Vihar and Nilothi on July 23.
During the operation, Ghanaian national Emmanuel and Nigerian national Ibeggu Chigozie Samuel were arrested. Police claimed that 254 grams of heroin were recovered from Samuel, while 14 grams of MDMA were allegedly recovered from Emmanuel.
Investigators are questioning both accused to determine the source of the drugs, the people supplying them and the locations where the consignments were allegedly being distributed across Delhi-NCR.
Two more accused arrested on July 31
As the investigation progressed, police arrested two more alleged members of the network, Sameer and Lady, on July 31. Sameer was arrested from the Shalimar Garden area of Ghaziabad, according to police.
Investigators are now examining the mobile phones, contact details, financial transactions and digital records of the arrested accused. Police are also attempting to establish how the accused communicated with one another and how drug consignments were allegedly transported and distributed.
The investigation will also focus on identifying the source of the seized heroin and MDMA and determining the intended recipients of the consignments.
Network allegedly involved in wholesale and retail supply
Preliminary investigation suggests that the accused may have been operating at different levels of the alleged drug supply chain rather than functioning as isolated individuals. Police suspect that the network could have included people responsible for obtaining drugs in bulk as well as those involved in supplying smaller quantities to customers.
Investigators are now examining whether the group had previously transported or distributed other consignments in Delhi-NCR. The activities and local contacts of the foreign nationals are also being scrutinised as part of the investigation.
Police are analysing the accused persons’ communication and financial records to identify additional individuals allegedly connected with the network. The movement of money and digital communication could provide important leads about the larger structure of the alleged operation.
Investigation focused on source and intended buyers
The Crime Branch is questioning the arrested accused to identify the alleged masterminds and other people involved in the supply chain. Investigators are particularly focusing on the source of the recovered heroin and MDMA, the financial arrangements behind the alleged transactions and the identities of potential buyers.
Police are also examining whether the arrested suspects had links with drug suppliers operating outside Delhi-NCR. If additional evidence emerges from digital devices, financial records or interrogation, more arrests may follow.
The investigation remains underway, with police working to establish the complete supply chain and determine the extent of the alleged interstate drug trafficking network.
About the author — Suvedita Nath is a science student with a growing interest in cybercrime and digital safety. She writes on online activity, cyber threats, and technology-driven risks. Her work focuses on clarity, accuracy, and public awareness.
