Kerala Police are intensifying their investigation into a drug racket involving two female teachers in Vadakara. The focus now is on uncovering a broader narcotics network and identifying potential accomplices. The investigation team plans to seek custody of the two accused, K.C. Keerthana and Kavya, to delve deeper into the case.
Authorities aim to interrogate both women together to reveal the extent of the drug syndicate, including suppliers, delivery agents, and financial beneficiaries. There are suspicions that more teachers might be involved in the racket, and efforts are underway to trace those who conducted drug transactions through the accused individuals. The case, which has shocked Kerala’s education sector, was exposed during ‘Operation Toofan’, an anti-drug drive led by the Deputy Superintendent of Police.
The two teachers allegedly played crucial roles in a sophisticated MDMA distribution network. Customers reportedly made payments to the accused through QR codes, following which the location of hidden drug packets was shared for collection. It is also suspected that significant sums deposited into Keerthana’s account were channeled through Kavya’s account to avoid detection.
The investigation gained traction after the arrest of Safwan and Rizwan with MDMA, leading to revelations from their bank transactions. Keerthana’s arrest preceded the exposure of Kavya’s involvement in the network. Disciplinary actions are being taken swiftly, with Kavya facing dismissal from service and Keerthana already dismissed from her teaching position.
Authorities believe that further interrogation will help identify the financiers, delivery agents, and other members of the network involved in the drug trade. The probe is expanding to uncover a well-organized drug distribution racket operating under the guise of legitimate employment.
