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Yamunanagar Police Arrests Youth With 255 Grams of Heroin Valued at ₹55 Lakh
The district police have intensified their campaign against drug trafficking, with the Anti-Narcotics Cell arresting a youth and allegedly recovering 255 grams of heroin (smack) during a late-night operation in Vijay Colony. Police have estimated the value of the seized substance at approximately ₹55 lakh.
Deputy Superintendent of Police Rajat Gulia said the action was carried out under the guidance of Superintendent of Police Kamaldeep Goyal, as district police teams continue targeted operations against people allegedly involved in the illegal drug trade.
A case has been registered against the accused under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. The accused was produced before a court and taken on remand, with investigators seeking to determine where the alleged narcotic was sourced and where it was intended to be sold.
Police Act on Secret Information in Vijay Colony»
According to DSP Rajat Gulia, Anti-Narcotics Cell in-charge Anil Kumar received information that a youth was allegedly engaged in selling narcotic substances in Vijay Colony. Acting on the information, a police team was constituted to verify the input and initiate action.
The team comprised ASI Amit Kumar, Jasbir Singh, Karmveer, Kuldeep Saini, Ankit and Ashish. Police said the team reached the identified location and apprehended a youth who was moving around in the area.
A Duty Magistrate was called to the spot during the search proceedings. Police said that the search was conducted in the presence of the magistrate, during which 255 grams of heroin, also referred to as smack, was allegedly recovered from the youth.
Accused Identified as Vijay Colony Resident Birju»
The arrested youth was identified by police as Birju, son of Subodh, a resident of Vijay Colony. Following the alleged recovery, police registered a case under the relevant provisions of the NDPS Act.
The accused was subsequently produced before the court, where police obtained remand for further investigation. Investigators are now examining the circumstances surrounding the alleged possession of the narcotic substance and the possible source from which it was obtained.
Police said the investigation would also focus on determining where the accused was allegedly planning to sell the substance. The questioning during remand is expected to help investigators establish whether other persons were involved in the alleged supply or distribution chain.
₹55 Lakh Estimated Value of Seized Heroin»
According to Anti-Narcotics Cell in-charge Anil Kumar, the heroin allegedly recovered from the accused has been valued at around ₹55 lakh.
The police valuation represents an approximate estimate cited in connection with the seizure. The exact circumstances surrounding the alleged narcotic, including its source and intended distribution, remain part of the ongoing investigation.
The seizure of 255 grams has also prompted investigators to look beyond the immediate arrest. Police are examining whether the accused had links with other individuals involved in supplying or distributing narcotics in the area.
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District Police Continue Anti-Drug Enforcement Campaign»
DSP Rajat Gulia said that police teams across the district are continuing to act against people allegedly involved in drug trafficking. The latest operation was described as part of the district police’s wider campaign to identify and disrupt the illegal movement and sale of narcotic substances.
The Anti-Narcotics Cell has been using information-based operations to identify suspected drug activity and conduct targeted searches. In the present case, police said the information received by the cell helped the team reach Vijay Colony and apprehend the suspect.
The investigation will now move beyond the recovery itself, with police attempting to establish the alleged supply chain and identify any possible links associated with the movement of the substance.
Remand Investigation to Focus on Source and Intended Sale»
The police have taken the accused on remand to question him about the alleged source of the narcotic and its intended destination. Investigators are expected to examine information emerging during questioning along with other evidence collected as part of the case.
The outcome of that investigation will determine whether further arrests or additional action are required. For now, the case remains at the investigation stage and the allegations against the accused are subject to the ongoing legal process.
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NEWS NOTE
This report is based on information provided by the police. The alleged recovery, arrest and involvement described in the report form part of an ongoing investigation. The accused is presumed innocent unless and until guilt is established through due legal process.
