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Man nabbed with heroin

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Ludhiana, Updated At : 04:30 AM Aug 18, 2025 IST

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The Salem Tabri police have booked two persons, including a woman, for allegedly running an illegal trade of drug peddling.

The suspects were identified as Ashwani Kumar and Alisha, residents of Salem Tabri.

The police seized 30 gm of heroin from main suspect Ashwani, who was arrested by police officials.

Perusal of records revealed that the police had intercepted Ashwani at Mohalla Peeru Banda on the basis of suspicion on Saturday and seized 30 gm of heroin from him.

During probe, it was found Ashwani used to purchase contraband from Alisha, who is yet to be arrested.

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