Faridkot police bust drug trafficking module, seize 2 kg heroin
High-profile smuggler Akash arrested with heroin and Rs 20,000 cash; police probe links to larger syndicate
Faridkot police claimed a major breakthrough in the fight against drug trafficking on Wednesday, arresting a high-profile smuggler and seizing 2.064 kilograms of heroin along with Rs 20,000 in drug money. Authorities said the operation effectively dismantled a local drug distribution module.
While patrolling near the Chandbaja village bridge, a police team spotted a suspicious individual carrying a kit bag on a service road. Upon noticing the officers, the suspect attempted to flee on his motorcycle but was quickly intercepted, police said.
A search conducted in the presence of DSP (Sub-Division) led to the recovery of two packets of heroin, weighing 1.058 kg and 1.006 kg respectively, along with the cash. The suspect’s motorcycle was impounded.
The arrested individual has been identified as Akash, a resident of Preet Nagar, living in Kirpa Nagar, Amritsar.
Police revealed that Akash was a habitual offender with a long criminal record, including seven registered cases under the NDPS Act and others.
“Initial interrogation indicates that the seized consignment was intended for further distribution, suggesting the suspect’s links to a larger organized drug syndicate,” said SSP Pragya Jain, adding that the investigation is ongoing.
