Man tries to escape raid after ramming cops, held with suspected MDMA in Kochi
A 39-year-old man was arrested in Kochi after ramming his car into police officers during a drug raid, resulting in the seizure of 32 grams of MDMA. The suspect has been charged with attempted murder following the violent escape attempt.
Why it matters
The incident underscores the dangers faced by law enforcement in anti-narcotics operations and the ongoing challenge of synthetic drug trafficking.
Man tries to escape raid after ramming cops, held with suspected MDMA in Kochi left Image for representation. https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/9n1s7g/article71616830.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/iStock-1323017775%201.jpg BrianAJackson Arrested man in handcuffs with handcuffed hands behind back in prison The police apprehended the accused and booked him for attempted murder KOCHI A 39-year-old man was arrested with 32 grams of suspected MDMA after he allegedly attempted to flee during a drug raid by ramming his car into two police officers at Elamakkara here on Friday (October 23, 2026). The arrested is Preethish P. Prakash of Moothakunnam near North Paravur.
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