Major Drug Bust in Punjab: Two Arrested with Over 6 Kg of Heroin
The Punjab Police arrested two individuals, including a woman, in Ferozepur district, seizing over 6 kg of heroin and Rs 6 lakh in cash. The accused, with criminal backgrounds, were apprehended based on a tip-off regarding a drone-delivered narcotic consignment. Investigations are ongoing to trace further connections.
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In a significant drug bust, the Punjab Police has arrested two individuals after allegedly recovering over six kilograms of heroin in Ferozepur district.
Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav stated that Rs 6 lakh in cash was also seized from the arrested duo, identified as Simran Kaur alias Indu (38) and Gurjot Singh (28), both from Moga.
Simran Kaur, with a history of 15 criminal cases, and Gurjot Singh were intercepted after police received a tip-off regarding a drone-dropped narcotic consignment. Investigations are ongoing to uncover further links, including identifying a Pakistan-based smuggler involved in the operation.
(With inputs from agencies.)