Changlang, March 22:
In a significant breakthrough in the fight against drug trafficking, the Anti-Drug Squad of Changlang District Police successfully apprehended a suspected drug peddler during a targeted operation conducted in the early hours of March 22, 2026.
Acting on credible intelligence inputs, the police team carried out a raid at PHED Colony in Changlang. During the operation, the suspect was found in possession of 17 soap cases containing suspected heroin. The total weight of the seized contraband is approximately 202.5 grams, indicating a substantial quantity likely intended for distribution.
The accused was immediately taken into custody, and the seized narcotics were confiscated in accordance with prescribed legal procedures. A case has been registered at Changlang Police Station vide Case No. 02/2026 under Section 21(b) of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act.
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| Seized Narcotics from the Accused. |
Police officials stated that the operation was conducted with precision and underscores the department’s continued commitment to tackling the menace of drugs in the region. Investigators are now working to trace the source of the contraband and identify any wider network involved in the supply and distribution of narcotics.
Authorities have reiterated their appeal to the public to cooperate with law enforcement agencies by sharing information related to drug activities, emphasizing that community participation is crucial in ensuring a drug-free society.
Further investigation in the case is currently underway.
