Overview

• Actor Shine Tom Chacko, arrested on April 19 for drug use and conspiracy, is under investigation by Kerala police and excise departments.
• State Law Minister P Rajeev emphasized strict action and interdepartmental coordination, reinforcing the government’s zero-tolerance stance on drugs.
• Chacko admitted to using cannabis and methamphetamine and acknowledged a financial transaction with a known drug dealer in Kochi.
• Actress Vincy Aloshious alleged on-set misconduct by Chacko while under the influence of drugs but later withdrew her complaint citing anonymity concerns.
• Authorities are expediting forensic analysis and examining the actor’s activities during his stay at the raided Kochi hotel.