The Navi Mumbai Police seized mephedrone powder, a banned drug, worth Rs 17.5 lakh, officials said on Wednesday. They added that three persons have been arrested in connection with the seizure from the city.

According to a PTI report, the Navi Mumbai Police’s Anti-Narcotics Cell (ANC) laid a trap at the Belapur creek side following a tip-off which led them to three arrestees and subsequent seizure. Reportedly, the mission was put into action on Tuesday.