Ferozepur Police Recover 9.4 Kg Heroin, Urge Families to Stay Alert

Ferozepur : Under the ongoing state-wide campaign “War Against Drugs”, the Ferozepur Police achieved a major success by seizing 9.4 kilograms of heroin near Saneer Road, close to a canal bridge in Zira area. Acting on precise intelligence, the special team arrested one accused, Harmesh Singh alias Ramesh (25), resident of Basti Machhia. Another accused, Ajay (28), is currently absconding.

The police also recovered Rs. 2.10 lakh in drug money and a motorcycle (PB-67-D-9489) used in the smuggling operation. A case has been registered under sections 21 and 27A of the NDPS Act at City Zira police station.

Sharing the details with the media, DIG Ferozepur Range, Harmanbir Singh Gill (IPS), said, "Heroin is typically smuggled from across the Pakistan border, with close coordination between cross-border elements. We are investigating both backwards and forward links to dismantle the entire drug network."

He added, “Earlier, smugglers relied on drones to drop heavy consignments. But after a drone loaded with heroin was shot down in an anti-drone operation, they’ve shifted tactics and are now moving smaller quantities manually.”

To further fortify the second line of defence, anti-drone systems will be installed soon. Commending the efforts of the district police, DIG Gill emphasised, “This recovery has potentially saved many young lives. No parent wants their child trapped in drugs. I urge all parents to stay emotionally and practically connected with their children and guide them wisely.”

DIG also shared on date recoveries during the current year.  He said 534 cases were registered and 686 accused were arrested.  The drug recovery was 79.280 kg, opium 5.720 kg, poppy husk 592.350 kg, powder 25 g, tablets and capsules 21,977, besides the drug money recovery of Rs 78.45 lac.  In addition, the arms and ammunition recovery was 22 weapons, 9 magazines

This major recovery reinforces the Punjab Police’s commitment to eradicating drugs, especially in sensitive border zones like Ferozepur.

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