Amritsar: Amritsar Commissionerate Police busted an international drug smuggling gang in a swift action. Three drug smugglers were arrested and 4.5 kg heroin and a pistol were recovered.
Smugglers in touch with foreign handlers
Initial investigation has revealed that the arrested smugglers were in touch with a foreign handler through social media. On the instructions of the handler, the accused were transporting consignments of heroin and illegal weapons to different places.
FIR registered, further investigation underway
An FIR has been registered in this case at PS Gate Hakima, Amritsar under the NDPS Act and Arms Act. Police said that further investigation is underway.
Punjab Police’s anti-drug campaign continues
Punjab Police is continuously taking strict action to eliminate drug trafficking and inter-state drug networks. This action by Amritsar Police is being considered as an important step towards controlling drug trafficking in the state.