Graduate arrested with 150 gm heroin

The CIA staff, Jalandhar Rural, arrested a graduate-turned-drug peddler and seized 150 gram of heroin.

The arrest, made near Talhan Gate, Parasrampur, comes as part of the special drive against drug trafficking.

The accused has been identified as Suraj Sharma of village Alachour, who worked with a marriage band group while secretly operating a drug distribution network.

SSP HPS Khakh revealed that the CIA staff received crucial input about the drug movement in Patara. Acting swiftly, a special team was constituted under the guidance of SP (Investigation) Jasroop Kaur and DSP Sarwanjit Singh.

The police team intercepted the accused 100 metre behind the Talhan Sahib gate, leading to the recovery of 150 gram of high-grade heroin concealed in a wax-sealed envelope.

During initial questioning, the accused revealed his network of supplying heroin from Nawanshahr to various areas in Jalandhar. SSP Khakh added that investigation had been started to uncover the entire drug supply chain.

A case has been registered under Sections 21B-61-85, NDPS Act, at police station, Patara.

The accused will be produced in a court for police remand to facilitate further investigation into his network and connections.

SSP Khakh said the police were firmly committed to eradicating the drug menace, urging citizens to support police efforts by sharing information about drug trafficking activities.