In a significant drug bust, the Jalandhar police arrested a 22-year-old man from Haryana on Wednesday and recovered 205 grams of heroin from his possession. The seized contraband is estimated to be worth over Rs 1 crore in the international market.
Details of the Arrest
The accused has been identified as Gurpreet Singh, a resident of Kurukshetra district in Haryana. He was apprehended near the bus stand in Jalandhar based on a tip-off. The police have registered a case under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act at the local police station.
Police Investigation
During interrogation, Gurpreet revealed that he had procured the heroin from a contact in Punjab and was planning to supply it to local dealers. The police are now investigating his network and trying to trace the source of the drugs. Senior officials stated that the accused has a criminal background and was previously involved in similar cases.
The Jalandhar Police Commissioner praised the team for the successful operation and reiterated the commitment to curb drug trafficking in the region. The police have urged the public to provide any information related to drug activities, assuring strict action against offenders.
This arrest comes as part of a broader crackdown on drug trafficking in Punjab, where authorities have intensified efforts to dismantle drug networks. The recovery of such a large quantity of heroin highlights the ongoing challenge of drug abuse in the state.
