DrugBust – Delhi Police Seize Heroin and Arrest Two in Anti-Narcotics Drive
DrugBust – A major anti-drug operation carried out by Delhi Police has resulted in the arrest of two individuals allegedly involved in the distribution of heroin, with officers recovering more than 100 grams of the narcotic substance along with cash suspected to be linked to illegal drug sales.
The action was undertaken by the East District Police during an investigation connected to a case registered under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act at Shakarpur Police Station. Officials said the operation forms part of an ongoing effort to curb narcotics trafficking and substance abuse across the national capital.
Tip-Off Leads to Initial Arrest
The investigation gained momentum on June 21 after law enforcement authorities received confidential information regarding alleged drug-related activity near Metro Pillar No. 51 in Vijay Block, Laxmi Nagar. Acting swiftly on the intelligence input, a police team reached the location and detained a woman identified as 42-year-old Farzana Begum, a resident of Loni in Uttar Pradesh.
During the search conducted at the spot, officers recovered 31.68 grams of suspected heroin, commonly referred to as smack, along with Rs 4,832 in cash. Police said the woman was questioned following her detention, during which she allegedly disclosed details about the source from whom she had been obtaining the narcotics.
Follow-Up Operation Targets Supplier
Based on the information gathered during interrogation, investigators launched a second operation under the supervision of Inspector Manoj Kumar. The police team proceeded to the vicinity of Jag Pravesh Chandra Hospital in Shastri Park, where they located and apprehended the alleged supplier.
The suspect was identified as 26-year-old Imran, a resident of Kartar Nagar in Delhi. Authorities reported that 24 grams of suspected heroin were recovered from his possession at the time of arrest.
Additional Contraband Found in Vehicle
Police further examined a red scooty allegedly being used by the accused. During the inspection, officers discovered another packet concealed inside the vehicle. The packet reportedly contained 51 grams of suspected heroin, significantly increasing the total quantity of narcotics recovered during the operation.
According to officials, the combined seizure from both accused amounted to 106.68 grams of suspected heroin, classified as an intermediate quantity under provisions of the NDPS Act.
Forensic Verification Conducted on Site
To verify the nature of the recovered substance, the Mobile Crime Forensic Team was called to the scene. Using a Narcotic Drug Detection Kit, forensic personnel conducted preliminary testing on-site. Police stated that the substance tested positive for suspected heroin/smack during the examination.
Authorities emphasized that scientific verification forms an important part of investigations involving narcotics-related offences and helps strengthen evidence collection procedures.
Cash, Vehicle and Electronic Items Seized
Apart from the narcotics, investigators recovered a substantial amount of cash believed to be linked to drug distribution activities. Police seized Rs 96,900 from Imran and the vehicle associated with him. Combined with the amount recovered from Farzana Begum, the total cash seizure reached Rs 1,01,732.
Officials also confiscated a red scooty, a mobile phone and an earphone as part of the investigation. According to police, both accused allegedly claimed during questioning that the money originated from the sale of narcotic substances.
Investigation Expands Into Supply Network
Police said efforts are continuing to identify other individuals connected to the alleged drug network. Investigators are examining both the origin of the narcotics and the distribution channels through which the substance was being supplied.
The East District Police reiterated its commitment to maintaining strict action against narcotics trafficking. Officials stated that intelligence-led operations and targeted enforcement measures will continue to focus on dismantling drug distribution networks operating in the region.