GUWAHATI: In a major drug bust, Assam police seized narcotics worth over Rs 3.5 crore and arrested a suspect in Nagaon district, as confirmed by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.
The operation, initiated after receiving a tip-off, led to the interception of a vehicle on Friday night.
During the search, police discovered 532.46 grams of heroin hidden in secret compartments within the vehicle.
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Following the seizure, the driver was apprehended on the spot.
Chief Minister Sarma took to social media, praising the efforts of the police: “Based on input from an apprehended individual, @nagaonpolice intercepted a vehicle and recovered 532.46 grams of heroin after a thorough search. The seized drugs, worth Rs 3.5 crore, were cleverly concealed in hidden chambers of the vehicle. Excellent work by @assampolice.”
The operation underscores the ongoing efforts of law enforcement in Assam to combat drug trafficking and illicit activities in the region.
