Amritsar Police Bust Three Major Drug and Arms Networks
Amritsar Police dismantled three major drug and arms networks, arresting five people and recovering heroin and pistols.
In a massive crackdown on organized crime, the Amritsar Commissionerate Police have successfully dismantled three separate networks involved in drug trafficking and the supply of illegal weapons. The operation resulted in the arrest of five individuals and the recovery of a significant cache of narcotics and firearms.
Major Seizures and Arrests
The police action led to the seizure of heavy contraband and weaponry, highlighting the scale of the criminal operations. The recovered items include:
- 3.267 kg of Heroin
- 13 Illegal Pistols
- 22 Live Cartridges
Preliminary investigations suggest that the five accused individuals were deeply embedded in the supply chains of both narcotics and illegal arms. Following the arrests, the police have registered separate FIRs at the D-Division and Chheharta police stations in Amritsar. Authorities are now working to trace the complete backward and forward linkages of these networks, with a specific focus on identifying foreign-based handlers who may be orchestrating these activities.
Connection to Terror Modules
This successful operation follows another significant breakthrough by the Amritsar Commissionerate Police just days prior. On Wednesday, law enforcement busted two alleged ISI-backed cross-border terror modules, leading to the apprehension of nine individuals, including four juveniles.
In that operation, police recovered:
- Three illegal pistols
- Four petrol bottle bombs
- Nine live cartridges
Surveillance and Foreign Links
The investigation into the terror modules revealed a sophisticated attempt by foreign-based ISI handlers to recruit local youth. The suspects were allegedly tasked with conducting surveillance on security installations and procuring weapons to disturb public peace. Alarmingly, investigators found that surveillance cameras had been installed near railway tracks, with the footage reportedly being shared directly with handlers abroad.
Multiple FIRs have been filed at the Mohkampura, Airport, and C-Division police stations regarding the terror module bust. The Punjab Police stated they are currently tracing the financial trails and investigating any further involvement in terror-related activities to ensure the safety and sovereignty of the state.
Commitment to a Drug-Free Punjab
The Amritsar Commissionerate Police have reaffirmed their unwavering commitment to dismantling both drug trafficking and terror networks. The department continues to intensify its efforts to eliminate illegal arms supplies and ensure that Punjab remains a safe, secure, and drug-free state.