Karnataka: Three Held In Connection With Marijuana Cultivation

Police has arrested three brothers in connection with marijuana cultivation in Chitradurga. Reportedly, the three  brothers had leased their 4-acre plot to a person named Rudresh, who allegedly grew marijuana plants in the land. Police seized 9,782 kilograms of marijuana worth Rs 4.2 crore. Reportedly, the police were informed by the locals who suspected the cultivation. The police stated, "Only after Rudersh's arrest can we find the distributors and peddlers."