CHENNAI: A 36-year-old suspect was arrested with 8 grams of methamphetamine at his house in Cemetery Road, Washermanpet.
The suspect, Khader Moideen was arrested by a team led by Sub Inspector Venkatesh, after conducting search at the suspect's house based on a tip-off during Wednesday night.
During the investigation, it was revealed that the suspect had been in contact with a person named Sultan Alavudeen from Triplicane through WhatsApp calls three days prior to the arrest.
The suspect is currently being held at the Washermanpet station for further investigation.
Another person identified as Rahu from Royapuram area has been also detained by the police for questioning after it was found that he was also in touch with Khader Moideen. Rahul is said to be a relative of a local politician.