Telangana police have intensified their investigation into a suspected drug supply network operating from Goa to Hyderabad. In a joint operation, the Eagle team and Hyderabad City Police arrested Custodio Fernandes alias Christy, a fugitive in the case, in Goa.
ETV Bharat reported that the Eagle and Hyderabad police jointly undertook an operation against this drug supply network. Police focused on Goa after connections to the state emerged during the investigation of the Panjagutta drug case.
According to ETV Bharat, the accused was apprehended in Goa based on intelligence received, following a precise plan. This arrest further strengthens the police crackdown on the Goa-Hyderabad drug network.
ETV Bharat stated that Custodio Fernandes alias Christy, who was absconding in this case, was arrested in Goa. ETV Bharat reported that this operation took place on October 11, 2026, at 6:07 PM IST.
This arrest deals a significant blow to the network supplying drugs to Hyderabad. It is considered an important step in curbing the spread of drugs in Telangana.