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Punjab Police Bust Alleged Drone-Linked Drug Module in Amritsar, 3 Held, 12 kg Narcotics Seized

Police say a cross-border supply chain using drones is under investigation.

Overview

  • Counter Intelligence Amritsar arrested Partap Singh, Ajaypal Singh and Jobandeep Singh on February 23 after a targeted raid in Padhri village.
  • Officers recovered 6 kg of heroin and 6 kg of ICE from the suspects after specific intelligence about a drone-delivered consignment.
  • Investigators say preliminary findings point to direct contact with a Pakistan-based smuggler and pickups at fenced areas near Atalgarh and Rattan.
  • A black Splendor motorcycle and a white Activa scooter allegedly used to transport the drugs were impounded by police.
  • An FIR under Sections 21, 22, 25 and 29 of the NDPS Act was registered at the State Special Operation Cell in Amritsar, with further arrests expected.