Kanpur Police Cracks Down on Drug Smuggling Ring, Makes Major Haul
In a significant crackdown on narcotics trafficking, the Kanpur police have successfully busted a drug smuggling gang and apprehended three accused individuals, including a married couple. The operation led to the recovery of narcotics with an estimated street value of Rs 30 lakh, along with cash amounting to Rs 1.06 lakh and two digital weighing scales from their vehicle.
Deceptive Tactics Uncovered: Fake Government Sticker Used
According to police officials, the smugglers had employed a cunning tactic to evade law enforcement checks. They had affixed a Government of India sticker on their white SUV, a move designed to avoid suspicion during police inspections. This deceptive practice highlights the lengths to which drug peddlers go to conceal their illicit activities.
Late-Night Operation Based on Tip-Off
DCP (South) Deependra Nath Chaudhary provided details of the operation, stating that late on Wednesday night, acting on information from a vigilant passerby, the Naubasta police swiftly surrounded a car parked in a dimly lit area near Virat Nagar cut on Kidwai Nagar Bypass Road. The vehicle in question was a white Scorpio bearing the aforementioned fake government sticker.
The police team promptly encircled the car and detained three occupants, including a woman. The individuals were identified as:
- Tej Bahadur Sonkar, also known as Raj Bahadur or Teetu, a resident of W Block Keshav Nagar.
- Asha, his wife.
- Bheem Singh, an auto driver residing in Mehban Singh Ka Purwa Nai Basti, Gujaini.
Substantial Seizure of Narcotics and Cash
Upon searching the car, the police uncovered a substantial cache of illegal substances. The seizure included:
- 1,420 grams of ganja.
- 115 grams of charas.
- 20 grams of brown powder.
In addition to the narcotics, authorities recovered two digital weighing scales and Rs 1.06 lakh in cash. Police confirmed that the cash was proceeds from narcotics sales, underscoring the financial motives behind the smuggling operation.
Confessions and Modus Operandi Revealed
During interrogation, all three accused confessed to their involvement in drug trafficking. They admitted to delivering narcotics based on customer demand. The couple revealed that they used their car to transport and deliver the goods, while Bheem Singh utilized an auto-rickshaw to distribute drug packets. He had been provided with an auto specifically for selling narcotics on demand, indicating a well-organized distribution network.
Recognition for Police Team
In recognition of their diligent efforts, DCP Chaudhary announced a reward of Rs 25,000 for the police team involved in the operation. This gesture aims to commend their swift action and successful bust, which has dealt a blow to drug peddling activities in the region.
Following the arrests and seizures, all three accused have been sent to jail, marking a decisive step in the ongoing fight against drug smuggling in Kanpur. The case highlights the importance of community vigilance and proactive policing in combating such illicit trade.
