Amritsar, Punjab, October 1, 2025: In a major breakthrough, the Commissionerate Police, Amritsar, has successfully dismantled a cross-border arms and narcotics smuggling network linked to Pakistan. In the operation, police arrested five operatives and seized 12 pistols (.30 bore) along with 1.5 kilograms of heroin.
Links to Pakistan-Based Smugglers
Preliminary investigation revealed that accused Joban Singh and Jashanpreet Singh were in direct contact with Pakistan-based handlers, coordinating through social media to receive and deliver weapons and narcotics consignments. The consignments were intended to fuel inter-gang rivalries in Punjab.
FIR and Further Investigation
A case has been registered under the Arms Act and NDPS Act at Police Station Gate Hakima, Amritsar. Further investigations are underway to uncover the complete nexus, including past activities and future linkages of the network.
Police Commitment
The Punjab Police reiterated its firm commitment to eradicating organised crime and drug trafficking, ensuring a safer, crime-free, and drug-free Punjab.
