On May 20, Bengaluru police conducted a raid on a rave party at a farmhouse near Electronics City. The raid led to the discovery that at least 86 people, including Telugu actor Hema, had tested positive for the consumption of drugs. The event, which continued past 2 am, was held under the guise of a birthday party.
Actress Hema and Aashi Roy
India Today accessed FIR copies detailing the rave party bust, revealing that the party was attended by 73 men and 30 women. Blood samples of those who attended the party were collected, and 59 men and 27 women tested positive for drugs. In total, 86 out of 103 individuals were found to have used drugs.
The Central Crime Branch (CCB) has taken over the investigation from the Electronic City police and Hebbagodi police station. Notices will be issued to those who tested positive for drugs, and they will be summoned for further questioning. The CCB has registered a case against 104 individuals.
During the raid, the police seized a significant amount of drugs and related paraphernalia. This included 14.40 grams of MDMA pills, 1.16 grams of MDMA crystals, six grams of hydro cannabis, five grams of cocaine, a Rs 500 denomination note coated with cocaine, six grams of hydro ganja, five mobile phones, two vehicles (a Volkswagen and a Land Rover), and DJ equipment, including sound and lighting systems worth Rs 1.5 crore.
Telugu actor Aashi Roy, who was among those detained, claimed she was unaware of the nature of the party. She stated that although she was present, she did not know what was happening inside. The farmhouse where the rave party was held is allegedly owned by Gopala Reddy, the owner of Con Card. The party was organized by a Hyderabad-based man named Vasu.
The raid and subsequent drug bust highlight the ongoing issues of drug use and illegal parties in Bengaluru. The authorities are continuing their investigation and taking steps to address the situation, including issuing notices and summoning those involved.
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