Shimla Police arrest woman advocate for smuggling heroin, associated with Shah gang

February 20, 2025

After the Tehsil Welfare Officer in Himachal Pradesh, Shimla Police has arrested a female advocate who is a Chitta (Heroin) smuggler. This girl is said to be associated with Shah Gang. About 20 transactions with Shah Gang are being reported in her bank accounts. So far 36 people of this gang have been arrested. These include three women.

The girl advocate named Avantika arrested by the police is a resident of Dhali area of ​​Shimla. Today she will be produced in the court for police remand.

According to the police, investigation so far has revealed that on the basis of digital evidence and bank accounts, 25 more women are associated with Sandeep Shah Gang. Their bank accounts are being searched.

The police is collecting more evidence for their arrest. Soon other people may also be arrested. Investigation of bank accounts related to Shah gang has revealed transactions of Rs 5 crores so far.