CHENNAI: The Anti-Narcotics Intelligence Unit (ANIU) of the Greater Chennai Police arrested two individuals in the Nandambakkam area for purchasing and selling methamphetamine using the dating app, Grindr.

Acting on a tip-off, a team led by an ANIU Inspector and the Nandambakkam Inspector surveilled the Ramapuram and Satya Nagar Junction areas.

They intercepted and questioned two suspicious individuals, upon which a search revealed they were in possession of methamphetamine intended for sale. A case was registered at the Nandambakkam Police Station. The apprehended individuals have been identified as Prabhu (43), resident of Nungambakkam and Titus Johnny (44), resident of Ramapuram.

Police seized 3 grams of methamphetamine, two mobile phones, and a two-wheeler from their possession. Investigations revealed that the accused were using the Grindr app to source and sell narcotics.

Prabhu, who works at a clothing store, has a prior case registered against him for drug peddling. Titus is employed at a private company. Both were produced before a court on Friday following interrogation.