Synthetic Drug Bust: Hansha Boyjonauth Faces Court Over 5.9M

In a gripping development, a police operation in Palma has resulted in the seizure of synthetic drugs valued at Rs 5.9 million, including a critical liquid solution used in their production. The suspect, 29-year-old Hansha Boyjonauth, was arrested during a raid at her home and has confessed to her involvement in the drug trade.

Presented before the court on Sunday16th March, Boyjonauth remained in custody while investigations continue to uncover the origins of the substances seized.

The Flic-en-Flac police, who have been probing her connection to the trafficking and distribution of “Synthetic Cannabinoids” in the island’s western region, carried out the operation on Saturday, March 15.

During the raid, they discovered four bundles of synthetic drugs, totalling 98.30 grams, along with a 300ml bottle containing a liquefied substance.

Thanks to the prompt action of the officers from Flic-en-Flac, including Sergeants Seenundun and Dabee, alongside Constables Allagapen, Grenade, Goohinram, and Officer Sooriah, these dangerous drugs were successfully removed from circulation.

This critical intervention has likely prevented a large quantity of high-purity synthetic drugs from infiltrating the community.

Following her arrest, Boyjonauth was detained, and on Sunday, she faced a provisional charge of “drug dealing” in Weekend Court, where it was decided she would remain in custody.

When questioned by the WASP squad, led by Inspectors Appadoo and Sunnia, she admitted to her role in the drug trade, stating:

“Mo ti pou livrer ça ban parcel synthetic la” (“I was going to deliver these synthetic packages”).

Additionally, she acknowledged, “Ce liquide synthétique, je l’utilise pour préparer de la drogue synthétique” (“I use this synthetic liquid to prepare synthetic drugs”).

Boyjonauth now faces the challenge of explaining the source of the substances found at her home.

The seized drugs have been sealed and are expected to be sent to the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) for analysis in the coming week.

Moreover, it has emerged that traffickers are increasingly sourcing chemicals from abroad, particularly from China, to import the solutions required for synthetic drug production.

Notably, on March 1, the Anti-Drug and Smuggling Unit (ADSU) at the airport thwarted an attempt to smuggle in Rs 39.2 million worth of raw materials, including powders and solutions essential for the synthesis of illicit drugs.

The case of Hansha Boyjonauth serves as a stark reminder of the escalating drug crisis in Mauritius, underscoring the urgent need for vigilance and decisive action by authorities to safeguard the community.

Source: Defi Media