On January 1, 2025, law enforcement officials in Meghalaya conducted a successful drug enforcement operation at 15th Mile, GS Road, Byrnihat, resulting in the arrest of three individuals from Assam.
Details of the Arrest
The apprehended individuals are:
Ekramul Hussain, aged 30
Monjuwara Begum, aged 32
Nihar Begum, aged 30
During the operation, authorities seized approximately 254.16 grams of suspected heroin, ₹58,380 in cash, and four mobile phones.
Suspected Drug Trafficking Operations
Preliminary investigations suggest that these individuals procured narcotics from suppliers in neighboring states and have amassed considerable wealth through drug trafficking activities.
Formation of Special Investigation Team
A Special Investigation Team (SIT), led by the Additional Superintendent of Police, has been established to:
Examine the financial dealings of the accused
Initiate the process to confiscate assets acquired through illicit means
Prepare for potential preventive detention under the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (PITNDPS) Act, 1988
Legal Proceedings and Ongoing Investigation
The case has been registered at Nongpoh Police Station under sections 21(c), 27A, and 29 of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. Authorities are actively investigating the possibility of an inter-state drug distribution network linked to the accused.
Conclusion
This operation underscores the commitment of Meghalaya’s law enforcement agencies to combat drug trafficking and their vigilance in intercepting narcotics intended for distribution within and beyond state borders.
For a visual report on a similar operation, you may watch the following video:
Meghalaya Police Apprehend Trio from Assam with Heroin Valued in Lakhs
On January 1, 2025, law enforcement officials in Meghalaya conducted a successful drug enforcement operation at 15th Mile, GS Road, Byrnihat, resulting in the arrest of three individuals from Assam.
Details of the Arrest
The apprehended individuals are:
Ekramul Hussain, aged 30
Monjuwara Begum, aged 32
Nihar Begum, aged 30
During the operation, authorities seized approximately 254.16 grams of suspected heroin, ₹58,380 in cash, and four mobile phones.
Suspected Drug Trafficking Operations
Preliminary investigations suggest that these individuals procured narcotics from suppliers in neighboring states and have amassed considerable wealth through drug trafficking activities.
Formation of Special Investigation Team
A Special Investigation Team (SIT), led by the Additional Superintendent of Police, has been established to:
Examine the financial dealings of the accused
Initiate the process to confiscate assets acquired through illicit means
Prepare for potential preventive detention under the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (PITNDPS) Act, 1988
Legal Proceedings and Ongoing Investigation
The case has been registered at Nongpoh Police Station under sections 21(c), 27A, and 29 of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. Authorities are actively investigating the possibility of an inter-state drug distribution network linked to the accused.
Conclusion
This operation underscores the commitment of Meghalaya’s law enforcement agencies to combat drug trafficking and their vigilance in intercepting narcotics intended for distribution within and beyond state borders.
For a visual report on a similar operation, you may watch the following video:
