Major Drug Bust in Hazaribag: Police Nab 14 Peddlers in Coordinated Raids
In a significant crackdown on narcotics trafficking, Hazaribag police have successfully arrested 14 drug peddlers during a meticulously planned special drive conducted across multiple police station areas. The operation, which unfolded on Tuesday, resulted in the seizure of approximately 129 grams of brown sugar with an estimated street value of Rs 18 lakh, marking a substantial blow to the local drug trade network.
Operation Details and Key Seizures
According to Additional Superintendent of Police (Operations) Amit Kumar, the raids were carried out under the direct supervision of Hazaribag Superintendent of Police Anjani Anjan. The operation targeted the Katkamdag, Lohsinghna, and Ichak police station areas, leading to comprehensive seizures beyond the high-value brown sugar.
Other critical items confiscated during the operation include:
- 2 kilograms of ganja (cannabis)
- Substantial amounts of cash
- Multiple mobile phones
- Vehicles used in the illicit trade
These seizures underscore the scale and organization of the drug peddling activities disrupted by the police action.
Dramatic Arrests and Interrogation Breakthrough
The operation took a dramatic turn during a raid near Sultana, within the Katkamdag police station limits. Upon spotting the police team, several peddlers attempted to flee the scene. However, in a swift response, officers chased down and apprehended three individuals. Their subsequent interrogation proved pivotal, as they divulged the names and roles of other associates involved in the illegal drug trade.
This intelligence led to a chain of arrests, culminating in the total of 14 suspects taken into custody. The breakdown of arrests by police station area is as follows:
- Six individuals from the Katkamdag police station area
- Three individuals from the Lohsinghna police station area
- Five individuals from the Ichak police station area
Legal Proceedings and Ongoing Efforts
ASP Amit Kumar confirmed that separate cases have been registered under the stringent Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act at the respective police stations. All 14 accused have been remanded to judicial custody, pending further investigation and legal proceedings.
This operation highlights the Hazaribag police's proactive stance against drug-related crimes, aiming to dismantle trafficking networks and curb the spread of narcotics in the region. Authorities have reiterated their commitment to continuing such drives to ensure public safety and uphold the law.
