In a significant crackdown on drug trafficking, the Shahkot police in Punjab's Jalandhar district have apprehended one individual and confiscated a cache of 35 intoxicating pills. The operation, which underscores the ongoing efforts to curb the narcotics menace in the region, led to the arrest of the accused who was caught in the act of selling the illegal substances.
Details of the Shahkot Police Operation
The arrest was made following a tip-off received by the police about drug peddling activities in the area. Acting swiftly on the intelligence, a police team laid a trap near the Kandwala canal bridge in Shahkot. The suspect, identified as Gurpreet Singh, a resident of Talwan village, was reportedly seen engaging in suspicious activity at the location.
Upon spotting the police party, Gurpreet Singh attempted to flee the scene. However, the alert officials managed to chase him down and detain him. A subsequent search led to the recovery of 35 intoxicating pills, which were found in his possession. The pills are suspected to be a type of narcotic substance used for recreational abuse.
Legal Action and Ongoing Investigation
The Shahkot police have registered a formal case against the accused under the relevant sections of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. Gurpreet Singh was taken into custody and is currently facing interrogation. The police are probing his possible connections to larger drug supply networks operating in the Jalandhar region and beyond.
This seizure is part of a broader campaign by the Punjab Police to dismantle the infrastructure of drug trafficking. Authorities have intensified vigil and are conducting regular raids based on specific inputs to target peddlers and suppliers.
Community Impact and Police Message
The arrest has been welcomed by local residents who have long been concerned about the impact of drug abuse on youth in the area. The police have reiterated their commitment to creating a drug-free environment and have urged the public to continue providing confidential information about any illegal activities.
Senior police officials commended the Shahkot team for their proactive action. They emphasized that such operations would continue relentlessly to choke the supply of illicit drugs. The public has been advised to stay away from any substance abuse and to report suspicious persons or activities to the police helpline immediately.
