Arki police arrest drug peddler with over 112 gm of cannabis
In a major breakthrough in the fight against narcotics, the Arki police arrested a drug peddler and seized a significant quantity of cannabis during a late-night operation.
Superintendent of Police, Solan, Gaurav Singh said on the intervening night of July 23 and 24, the Arki police received a tip-off about a private vehicle — a Maruti S-Presso — suspected to be transporting a large cache of contraband along the Kunihar-Piplughat route.
Acting on the intelligence input, the police intercepted the vehicle and conducted a thorough search. They arrested Amar Dev (57), a resident of Nauni near Darlaghat and recovered over 112 gm of cannabis from his possession.
A case under Section 20 of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act has been registered at the Arki Police Station. The vehicle used in the transportation of the contraband has also been seized and taken into custody.
The accused was produced before a court today to obtain his remand. Police officials are currently verifying his criminal history, given the sizable quantity of contraband involved. SP Singh reiterated the district police’s commitment to curbing the drug menace and urged the public to report suspicious activities.
Two arrested with 7.17 gm chitta
Chamba: In a crackdown on drug trafficking, the Chamba police arrested two youths and recovered 7.17 grams of chitta (heroin) from their possession near Thulel bridge of Bhattiyat subdivision late Wednesday night. The accused were apprehended during a routine night patrol when the police team spotted them and found their activities suspicious.
Upon conducting a search, the police recovered heroin from the suspects. The arrested individuals have been identified as Rahul Masih (19), a resident of Kalanaur village, Gurdaspur district, and Dilbagh Singh (30) of Panch Garaiya village in Batala in Punjab.
A case under NDPS (Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances) Act has been registered against the duo.
Confirming the arrest, Superintendent of Police Abhishek Yadav reaffirmed the district police’s commitment to curbing drug-related crimes and emphasised that there will be zero tolerance for drug trafficking. “This operation is a clear reflection of our dedication to protect youth from the menace of drugs. Those dealing in narcotics will not be spared under any circumstances,” he said.
He further appealed to the public to come forward with any information related to drug abuse or trafficking in their area. “If you notice any suspicious activity or have knowledge of drug peddling, report it immediately to the nearest police station or helpline. Your identity will be kept strictly confidential,” Yadav said. — OC
Himachal Tribune