Colva Police arrested two persons in separate narcotics cases during two operations conducted on November 13, 2026.[1][2] In the first case, police registered an offence after suspected hydroponic ganja was allegedly found in the possession of Anselm Joao Jose Furtado, a resident of Navelim, on a state complaint by PSI Anil Krishna.[1] That seizure was made between 3.15 am and 6.50 am at Varca Beach Parking, Varca, during the personal search of the accused.[1][2]
Police allegedly recovered 5 grams of suspected hydroponic ganja, comprising flowering and fruiting tops, valued at approximately Rs 12,500.[1] In the second case, police registered an offence after allegedly recovering suspected narcotic substances during a house search at the residence of Loyston Locas Dourado of Colva, on a state complaint by PSI Manju Vantamuri.[1] The house search was conducted between 1.15 am and 3.30 am on November 13 after obtaining a search warrant from the SDPO, Margao.[1] During that search, police allegedly seized 6 grams of suspected hydroponic ganja valued at approximately Rs 15,000 and 66 grams of suspected ganja valued at approximately Rs 66,000.[1]
The two operations resulted in the seizure of a total of 71 grams of suspected narcotic substances valued at approximately Rs 93,500, with both accused placed under arrest.[1][2] Both accused were arrested in connection with their cases, and further investigation was being conducted by officers of Colva Police Station.[1]
