In a significant blow to narcotics trafficking in eastern India, Jharkhand Police has dismantled a major interstate opium network operating from Hazaribag district. The breakthrough came after weeks of surveillance and intelligence gathering by local authorities.
Major Drug Haul Uncovered
Acting on a specific tip-off, a specialized police team conducted simultaneous raids across multiple locations in Hazaribag. The operation resulted in the seizure of approximately 2.7 kilograms of high-quality opium with an estimated street value of ₹4 crore.
Four Key Operatives Apprehended
The police have taken into custody four individuals believed to be central to the drug distribution network. Among those arrested are:
- Two primary suppliers operating from Hazaribag
- One interstate transporter
- One local distributor with connections to neighboring states
Sophisticated Trafficking Network Exposed
Investigations reveal that the accused were running a well-organized racket with supply chains extending to Bihar, West Bengal, and Uttar Pradesh. The modus operandi involved using encrypted communication channels and frequently changing storage locations to avoid detection.
"This was not a small-time operation," stated a senior police official involved in the investigation. "We've uncovered a sophisticated network that had been supplying contraband across state borders for several months."
Ongoing Investigations
Authorities are now working to identify the source of the narcotics and trace the financial transactions linked to the illegal trade. The police have also launched a manhunt for additional accomplices who managed to evade capture during the raids.
This successful operation marks one of the largest drug busts in Jharkhand this year and demonstrates the state police's intensified efforts to combat the narcotics trade that has been plaguing the region.
