Arrests of Associates Linked to Elvish Yadav in Snake Venom Drug Case

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Noida Police arrested two associates of controversial social media influencer Elvish Yadav in connection with the suspected use of snake venoms as recreational drugs. The duo, identified as Ishwar and Vinay Yadav, were booked under charges including drug consumption, organizing parties, and wildlife trafficking. Elvish Yadav, currently in Luksar Jail awaiting a bail hearing, was named in an FIR along with five others last year. The case involves sections of the Wildlife Protection Act, IPC, and NDPS Act. While Yadav denies involvement, BJP leader Maneka Gandhi has accused him of illegally selling snake venom. The investigation was initiated based on a complaint by an animal rights NGO.

Arrests Made in Noida Police Investigation

Noida Police have made significant progress in their investigation into the suspected use of snake venoms as recreational drugs in parties, leading to the arrest of two associates of YouTuber Elvish Yadav. The arrests come following the apprehension of Yadav himself on Sunday after being questioned in the case.

Details of the Arrested Individuals

The two individuals arrested, identified as Ishwar (50) and Vinay Yadav (25), have been linked to the case during the ongoing investigation. Ishwar operates a banquet hall in Gurugram, while Vinay is a social media influencer and close friend of Elvish Yadav. Both have been charged with offenses related to the consumption of drugs, organizing parties involving such substances, and trafficking of wildlife species.

Elvish Yadav’s Current Status

Elvish Yadav, the 26-year-old social media influencer, is currently incarcerated in the Luksar Jail in Greater Noida awaiting a hearing for his bail plea in the local court. He was named in an FIR along with five others on November 3 last year. The five other accused, identified as snake charmers, were arrested in November but are currently out on bail.

Legal Charges and Allegations

The case against Yadav and his associates includes charges under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, as well as sections of the Indian Penal Code related to criminal conspiracy, negligent conduct endangering human safety, and negligent conduct with respect to animals. Additionally, charges under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act have recently been added to the case.

Response from Elvish Yadav and Others

While Elvish Yadav has denied any involvement in the case, BJP leader Maneka Gandhi has previously accused him of illegally selling snake venom and called for his arrest. The FIR was filed based on a complaint from an official of the animal rights NGO People for Animals, of which Gandhi is the chairperson.

On November 4, Yadav was briefly detained for questioning by police in Rajasthan’s Kota while traveling with friends in a car but was subsequently released.

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First Published: Mar 20 2024 | 4:41 PM IST