The Anti-Narcotics Cell of Kaithal Police has successfully apprehended an opium supplier hailing from Rajasthan in connection with a significant drug recovery case. The accused, identified as Bherulal, a resident of Utel village in Chittorgarh district of Rajasthan, was arrested for his alleged involvement in supplying 517 grams of opium.
Arrest and Recovery Operation
The operation was conducted by a team led by Sub-Inspector Pardeep Kumar and ASI Jasmer Singh. According to a police spokesperson, the initial breakthrough came on June 2 when a team headed by Sub-Inspector Balraj Singh of the Anti-Narcotics Cell acted on a confidential tip-off. The team set up a checkpoint near Ashram Pabnawa and intercepted a vehicle. During the search, they arrested Bijender Singh, a resident of Farl village, and recovered 517 grams of opium from the vehicle.
Investigation Leads to Main Supplier
A case was registered at Dhand Police Station, and further investigation was assigned to ASI Jasmer Singh. During interrogation, Bijender Singh disclosed that the recovered opium had been supplied by Bherulal. Acting on this information, the police arrested Bherulal and recovered Rs 5,000 as drug money from his possession. The accused was produced in court and subsequently sent to judicial custody, the spokesperson added.
This arrest underscores the commitment of Kaithal Police to combat drug trafficking in the region. The successful operation highlights the effectiveness of intelligence-led policing and inter-state coordination in dismantling drug supply chains.
