Triumph in the war on drugs: Delhi Police struck gold in Palam Colony, arresting a young smuggler and seizing Rs 1.60 crore worth of heroin plus hard cash, crippling a local racket.
Triggered by informant leads, the elite narcotics squad executed a flawless raid under cover of night. The 24-year-old suspect crumbled under pressure, revealing his operational base.
The motherlode included 1.2 kg of premium heroin and Rs 5 lakh in crumpled notes, pointing to a well-oiled machine of addiction profiteering.
Digging deeper, police uncovered ties to larger syndicates importing via porous borders. The youth’s logistics role made him a pivotal link in the chain.
Eyewitnesses described the scene’s intensity, with locals cheering the officers’ bravery. ‘Finally, some hope against this scourge,’ one shopkeeper remarked.
Advanced tech like chemical testing confirmed the consignment’s potency, while cyber forensics track financial flows. Multiple teams are now fanning out for follow-ups.
Charged under draconian NDPS provisions, the accused stares at a bleak future. Delhi’s top brass hailed it as a morale booster amid rising drug threats.
This victory not only removes poison from streets but inspires nationwide momentum against narco-terror.