5,000 intoxicant tablets seized in Ajnala; one arrested, supplier nominated
During the search of the scooter, police seized the tablets concealed in a black polythene packet.
The Amritsar rural police arrested a youth and seized 5,000 unmarked intoxicant tablets during a routine patrol near Alival village here on Sunday.
A police party led by Sub-Inspector Pushpajot Singh intercepted the accused riding a scooter coming from the village side.
His behaviour upon spotting the police raised suspicion, prompting them to stop and check him.
The accused was identified as Raju Masih, a resident of Thoba village falling under Ramdas police station. During the search of the scooter, police seized the tablets concealed in a black polythene packet.
Interrogation revealed that Masih had procured the consignment from Bittu, a resident of Kurali village.
A case has been registered against the accused under Sections 22, 29, 61 and 85 of the NDPS Act against the duo.
Police have launched efforts to nab the supplier and uncover further links in the drug supply chain.
