Guwahati, May 20 In a significant breakthrough, Assam Police have seized a large quantity of drugs from a family in Kathasema village, Jagun, as part of their ongoing anti-drug drive. The operation led to the arrest of three family members: a husband, wife, and daughter-in-law.
The raid was conducted on Sunday night by a police team led by Margherita Sub-Divisional Police Officer Sambhani Mishra (IPS), in collaboration with the Katha Buridihing Regional Youth Association. Acting on a tip-off, the team apprehended Arun Nirmalia, his wife Zonmaya Nirmalia, and their daughter-in-law Cheng Nirmalia. Arun Nirmalia’s son, Rahul Nirmalia, managed to escape and is currently on the run.
During the operation, police seized approximately 450 grams of heroin, valued at over Rs 10 lakh, along with Rs 18,000 in cash. The drugs were concealed in 36 soap boxes. Both Arun and Rahul Nirmalia have prior arrests and incarcerations for similar drug-related offenses.
The arrested individuals are currently being interrogated at Lekhapani police station as authorities seek further information about their drug trafficking activities. This successful operation highlights the police’s ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking in the region.
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