Amritsar Police Smash Cross-Border Drug Network, Seize 4.13kg of Heroin
In a significant breakthrough against narcotics trafficking, the Amritsar Police Commissionerate has successfully dismantled an organized cross-border drug smuggling network. The operation led to the arrest of two key operatives and the recovery of a substantial 4.13 kilograms of heroin, valued at crores in the illicit market.
Key Arrests and Operational Details
The accused individuals have been identified as Atish Suman and Sawinder Singh alias Sundri. Police Commissioner Gurpreet Singh Bhullar announced the development on Sunday, emphasizing the force's firm stance against drug smuggling activities that threaten the region.
According to Commissioner Bhullar, preliminary investigations have uncovered that the duo was in direct contact with Pakistan-based smugglers through various social media platforms. This digital communication allowed for covert coordination and instructions from handlers across the border.
Modus Operandi of the Smuggling Ring
The police revealed the sophisticated operation of the network:
- The accused acted on specific instructions from their Pakistan-based handlers.
- They collected heroin consignments from pre-decided drop locations along the border region.
- Their primary role was to push the contraband further into the domestic supply chain, distributing it across Punjab and potentially beyond.
Commissioner Bhullar stated that this breakthrough exposes yet another attempt by Pakistan-based networks to flood Punjab with narcotics. He highlighted the evolving tactics of these networks, which now combine digital communication with ground-level operatives to evade detection.
Legal Proceedings and Ongoing Investigation
A formal case has been registered at the Sultanwind police station under relevant sections of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. The police are conducting a thorough investigation to:
- Identify all links in the supply chain within India.
- Trace the financial transactions and funding sources of the network.
- Uncover any possible connections to other smuggling operations.
Further investigation is actively underway, with authorities examining digital evidence from the accused's devices and pursuing leads to potentially apprehend more individuals involved in this cross-border narcotics trade.
