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Last Updated: April 19, 2025, 13:47 IST
Malayalam Actor Shine Tom Chacko Questioned After Alleged Fleeing from Drug Raid
Malayalam actor Shine Tom Chacko was summoned by the Ernakulam North Police for questioning regarding an incident where he reportedly attempted to escape a hotel during an anti-drug operation earlier this week.
On Saturday morning, Chacko arrived at the police station in Kochi at around 10 am, accompanied by his legal representatives. This followed a notice issued the previous day, instructing him to come in for an interrogation led by the Assistant Commissioner of Police from Ernakulam Central. The police are seeking to understand the circumstances surrounding the alleged escape.
The event in question took place on Wednesday night during a routine anti-drug search by law enforcement at a hotel. Authorities claim that when Chacko became aware of their presence, he leaped from a third-floor window down to the second floor, made his way into the hotel’s swimming pool area, and exited the building via a staircase, thereby avoiding the police.
According to reports, when officers knocked on his hotel room door, Chacko saw them and promptly exited through the window. The District Anti-Narcotic Special Action Force (DANSAF) was specifically conducting checks related to Chacko at the hotel in Ernakulam district, and police are currently investigating the incident.
Law enforcement officials have confirmed that no illicit substances were discovered during the operation, leading to no official case being registered as a result of the raid.
This incident follows previous allegations made by actress Vincy Aloshious against Chacko. In a complaint submitted to both the Film Chamber and the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA), she accused him of inappropriate conduct on the set of the upcoming film *Soothravakyam*, claiming he appeared to be under the influence of drugs. As of now, she has not lodged a formal police complaint.
In her statement, Vincy specifically named Shine Tom Chacko and recounted experiences of feeling uncomfortable due to his erratic behavior. She mentioned a particular incident where, in response to a minor costume issue, he offered to assist her in a way that was unprofessional. Furthermore, she alleged that she had seen him exhale a white powdery substance during a rehearsal. Addressing criticism directed at her for purportedly seeking attention or trying to detract from her own career struggles, she stated, “I have the courage to admit I’m waiting for meaningful work. But this is about drawing boundaries at the workplace, not personal gain.”
As the investigation continues, police are looking into both the circumstances of Chacko’s alleged escape and his overall conduct. The actor is recognized for his roles in films including *Ee Adutha Kaalathu*, *Chapters*, *Annayum Rasoolum*, *Masala Republic*, and *Jigarthanda DoubleX*.
(With inputs from PTI)
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