In a significant breakthrough against drug trafficking, Chandigarh Police has apprehended a woman with a substantial quantity of heroin in the city's Sector 34 area. The arrest led to the recovery of 2.5 kilograms of heroin with an estimated street value running into crores of rupees.
Dramatic Arrest in Sector 34
The operation was conducted by a specialized team from the Chandigarh Police narcotics cell who had been monitoring drug trafficking activities in the region. Acting on specific intelligence about a major drug consignment being transported through the area, officers set up surveillance and intercepted the suspect.
According to police officials, the accused woman was caught red-handed while allegedly attempting to deliver the narcotics to potential buyers. The heroin was carefully concealed to avoid detection during transportation, though police have not disclosed the exact hiding method used by the suspect.
Massive Drug Haul Details
The seized narcotics weigh approximately 2.5 kilograms, making this one of the substantial drug recoveries in Chandigarh recently. Police experts confirmed the substance to be high-quality heroin after preliminary testing.
Authorities emphasized that the street value of such a large quantity could amount to several crores in the illegal drug market. The seizure represents a major blow to drug peddling networks operating in the tri-city region of Chandigarh, Mohali, and Panchkula.
Legal Proceedings and Investigation
The accused has been booked under relevant sections of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, which carries stringent punishments including lengthy imprisonment for those convicted of trafficking large quantities of drugs.
Police officials revealed that their investigation is now focused on identifying other members of the drug syndicate and tracing the source of the narcotics. Interrogation of the arrested woman is expected to reveal crucial information about distribution networks and potential international connections.
Chandigarh Police has intensified its anti-drug operations in recent months, with this arrest marking another success in their ongoing campaign against drug abuse and trafficking in the region. Authorities have urged citizens to report any suspicious activities related to drug peddling through police helplines.
