Mumbai Drug Overdose Incident: Six Arrested in Shocking Case
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Mumbai, April 14 (NationPress) Following the tragic deaths of two MBA students due to an alleged drug overdose at a music concert in Goregaon East, Mumbai, authorities have apprehended another suspect, raising the number of arrests to six. This includes the event organizer and a suspected drug supplier.
The incident occurred during a music festival on April 11, triggering significant concerns regarding drug consumption at public events.
Reports suggest that approximately 15 to 16 students from a prestigious Mumbai college attended the concert. Investigations revealed that one of the deceased had ingested ecstasy pills while en route to the venue in a taxi and consumed another pill during the event. After taking two doses, he experienced a fatal overdose, as confirmed by medical experts.
The other student’s death is also reported to be linked to drug use.
Officials have stated that both students had taken drugs. Two additional students were detained in connection with the ongoing investigation. Furthermore, the alleged drug supplier was arrested, with 6 to 7 ecstasy pills recovered from his possession.
Authorities also detained three individuals affiliated with NESCO, including a Vice President from the event management team.
Initial findings indicate that the drugs originated from outside Mumbai.
Police are now investigating the entire distribution network to trace the source and identify additional individuals involved.
In the meantime, a video capturing concertgoers dancing has gone viral on social media, drawing considerable attention to the incident.
The NESCO Centre has asserted its full cooperation with the ongoing investigation. A spokesperson stated, "We are fully aware of the seriousness of this situation and are providing all necessary support to the authorities to clarify the facts as swiftly as possible."