In a significant victory against organized crime and drug trafficking, Jammu Police have apprehended three suspected drug smugglers in Amritsar. The operation led to the seizure of an AK-47 rifle, narcotics, cash, and other incriminating evidence, according to officials.
Details of the Arrest
The suspects have been identified as Surajdeep Singh alias Suraj, Harpreet Singh alias Raju, and Jaspreet Singh, all residents of Amritsar. They are reportedly linked to multiple cases registered at Bishnah, Nagrota, and Gangyal police stations in Jammu district.
Role in Drug Supply Chain
Jammu Police stated that the trio was responsible for supplying nearly 80% of the narcotic substances trafficked into Jammu district. The arrests were made following a meticulously planned operation based on sustained investigation and intelligence inputs.
Police said the accused were part of the supply chain linked to notorious smuggler Lau Gujjar and his network operating in Jammu and Kashmir. Several FIRs have been registered against members of the network. Investigations into the group’s backward linkages had earlier led to the arrest and questioning of Lateef, Bachu, Majeeda, and Mushtaq, who allegedly identified Suraj and Raju as key suppliers. Police said all three arrested accused figure in the backward linkages of several NDPS cases registered across Jammu.
Scope of Operations
According to investigators, the accused supplied narcotics to peddlers operating in Jammu as well as the adjoining districts of Samba and Kathua. “The strategic raid resulted in the seizure of weaponry, commercial-grade narcotics, logistical equipment, and luxury vehicles used to facilitate illegal operations,” the police said.
Seized Items
During searches conducted jointly by Jammu Police teams, including the SHO of Miran Sahib Police Station, and Punjab Police, officials recovered one AK-47 rifle with 40 live rounds, one Star pistol with 29 live cartridges, four live 12-bore cartridges, and 1.020 kilograms of narcotic substances. Police also seized approximately Rs 11 lakh in cash, three mobile phones, and three vehicles allegedly used in the smuggling network.
Ongoing Legal Proceedings
The operation was carried out with the cooperation of Punjab Police. Legal proceedings against the accused are underway, the statement added.
