Ferozepur Police Achieve Major Breakthrough in Narco-Arms Bust
In a significant development against organized crime, the Ferozepur police on Saturday dismantled a narco-arms module, arresting four individuals and seizing a substantial cache of narcotics and weapons. The operation resulted in the recovery of 22.3 kilograms of heroin, two Glock pistols with magazines and cartridges, and over Rs 2 lakh in drug money, marking a critical strike in the ongoing anti-drug campaign.
Police Action Under State Directives
Snehdeep Sharma, DIG of Ferozepur Range, emphasized that this action aligns with directives from the state government and the Director General of Police (DGP) to intensify efforts against drugs and organized crime. "This seizure is part of our sustained drive to eradicate the drug menace from the region," Sharma stated. Notably, with this latest haul, the Ferozepur police have now recovered a total of 308 kilograms of heroin under the ongoing campaign, underscoring the scale of their efforts.
Details of the Arrests and Seizures
The accused have been identified as:
- Pratap Singh (27) from Kilche
- Jagjit Singh alias Jagga (26) from Arniwala, Fazilka
- Malook Singh alias Love (29) from Gattu Kilche
- Kirandeep Singh alias Deep (36) from Shaheed Bhagat Singh Colony, Ferozepur
A team from the CIA Zira, led by Sub-Inspector Gurmeet Singh, executed the arrests during a naka checking operation near a brick kiln in Dulcheeke village. The action was based on specific intelligence, leading to the initial recovery of 2.717 kilograms of heroin, four mobile phones, and a Hyundai i20 car. Additionally, two Glock pistols, two magazines, and four 9mm cartridges were seized at the scene.
Further Recovery from Farmhouse Raid
Following a disclosure by Pratap Singh, police conducted a search at his farmhouse, where they uncovered an additional 19.5 kilograms of heroin and Rs 2.05 lakh in cash. This substantial find highlights the module's extensive operations and the police's thorough investigative approach.
Legal Proceedings and Ongoing Investigation
A case has been registered under the NDPS Act and Arms Act at the Sadar police station. Police officials noted that some of the accused have previous NDPS-related cases, indicating a pattern of involvement in drug trafficking. "We are committed to tracing all backward and forward linkages to dismantle this network completely," a police spokesperson said. Further investigation is underway to uncover the full extent of the module's activities and connections.
