Ferozepur, June 1, 2025: In a significant crackdown on narcotics trafficking, Ferozepur Police executed multiple successful operations on Saturday, resulting in the arrest of three individuals and the seizure of a large quantity of heroin, intoxicating tablets, and illicit drug money. This coordinated effort underscores the police department’s commitment to combating the drug menace in the region.
The operations, conducted across different locations, led to the confiscation of a total of 2.16 kilograms of heroin, 360 intoxicating tablets, and a substantial ₹8.30 lakh in suspected drug proceeds. A Swift car was also impounded from one of the accused.
Detailed Breakdown of the Ferozepur Drug Bust Cases
- Village Arrest Yields Heroin & Cash:
Acting on specific intelligence, police apprehended Harpreet Singh, alias Happy (24), a resident of Nihala Kilcha village. During the operation, officers recovered 1.062 kilograms of high-grade heroin and ₹1.30 lakh in cash, believed to be proceeds from drug sales. Harpreet Singh has been formally charged under the stringent Section 21 of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985, which pertains to the possession of commercial quantities of narcotics. - Road Interception Leads to Major Heroin Haul:
In a separate but equally crucial action, Ferozepur Sadar police intercepted Rajwinder Singh (24), hailing from Kilche village, on the Kilche-Kamalwala road. The search resulted in the discovery of a significant 1.102 kilograms of heroin in his possession. Rajwinder Singh faces charges under Sections 21 (possession) and 23 (financing illicit traffic) of the NDPS Act, indicating a potentially deeper involvement in the drug trade network. - Tablets, Significant Cash, and Vehicle Seized:
The third arrest involved Sandeep Kumar, alias Aalu (33), from Bootewala village in Tarn Taran district. Police recovered 360 intoxicating tablets, a substantial amount of ₹7 lakh in suspected drug money, and a Swift Dzire car, allegedly used in the commission of the crime. A case under Section 22 of the NDPS Act (punishment for contravention involving psychotropic substances) has been registered against him.
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Police Commitment and Ongoing Efforts
Ferozepur Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Mr. Bhupinder Singh Sidhu, personally briefed the media on the successful operations. He emphasized that this major Ferozepur drug bust is a result of persistent intelligence gathering and targeted action against drug peddlers. “The recovery of such a large quantity of heroin, tablets, and cash is a significant blow to the narcotics supply chain operating in the border area,” stated SSP Sidhu. “These arrests and seizures reflect our unwavering resolve to eradicate the drug trade. Our teams are actively pursuing all leads to uncover the broader network behind these activities.”
The SSP assured the public that the Ferozepur Police would continue its rigorous campaign against drug trafficking, urging citizens to come forward with any information related to drug peddling in their neighborhoods. All three accused are currently in police custody, and further investigation into the sources and distribution networks of the seized narcotics is underway.
Key Takeaways from the Ferozepur Drug Bust:
- Ferozepur Total Heroin Seized: 2.16 Kilograms
- Ferozepur Intoxicating Tablets Seized: 360
- Drug Money Confiscated: ₹8.30 Lakh
- Vehicle Impounded: 1 Swift Dzire Car
- Arrests Made: 3 Individuals
- Charges: Under various sections of the NDPS Act (21, 22, 23)
- Location: Multiple operations across Ferozepur district.
This major interdiction highlights the persistent challenge of drug trafficking in the region and the proactive steps being taken by the Ferozepur Police to combat it. The sheer volume of heroin and cash seized marks this as a significant victory in the ongoing battle against narcotics.
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