In a significant breakthrough against drug trafficking, the Amritsar police have busted a drug module and arrested one person with 6 kg of heroin. The operation was conducted based on specific intelligence inputs, leading to the seizure of the contraband from the possession of the accused.
Details of the Operation
The police team, led by senior officials, intercepted the suspect near a designated checkpoint. Upon searching, they recovered 6 kg of high-quality heroin, estimated to be worth crores of rupees in the international market. The accused has been identified as a key player in an interstate drug racket that has been operating across Punjab and neighboring states.
Investigation and Legal Proceedings
The arrested individual is currently being interrogated to uncover the entire network, including links to suppliers and distributors. The police have registered a case under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act and are conducting further investigations. Efforts are underway to trace the source of the heroin and identify other members of the syndicate.
This arrest is part of the ongoing crackdown on drug trafficking in the region, with authorities intensifying surveillance and patrols to curb the menace. The police have urged the public to cooperate and provide any information related to drug activities.
