Major Drug Bust in Bhojpur: Couple Arrested with Heroin Worth Rs 50 Lakh
In a significant operation targeting drug trafficking, the police in Bhojpur district conducted a special drive on Monday, resulting in the arrest of a man and his wife in Ara. The authorities seized more than 100 grams of heroin, with an estimated street value exceeding Rs 50 lakh, from their possession.
Details of the Arrest and Seizure
According to Devraj Rai, the Station House Officer (SHO) of the Ara Town police station, the arrested individuals have been identified as Golu Paswan, son of Ramswaroop Paswan, and his wife. Both are residents of the Gausganj locality, which falls under the jurisdiction of the Town police station area. The couple was apprehended while allegedly smuggling the heroin.
The police have invoked the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act against the arrested individuals, and a named First Information Report (FIR) has been registered at the Ara Town police station to formalize the charges.
Ongoing Investigation and Interrogation
SHO Devraj Rai stated that the arrested drug peddlers are currently being interrogated to trace their supply chain and determine any potential links to organized gangs involved in drug trafficking. The exact name of the arrested woman has not yet been ascertained, and further investigation is expected to reveal more details about the network and operations.
This crackdown is part of a broader effort by law enforcement to combat drug-related crimes in the region, highlighting the police's commitment to disrupting illegal narcotics trade and ensuring public safety.
