29 kg heroin seized, 2 Pak smugglers arrested along Pak border in Punjab
An official reported that, in response to a perceived threat, a smuggler sustained a gunshot wound when BSF personnel fired upon them.
A major joint operation was carried out by the Border Security Force (BSF) and Punjab Police in the Ferozepur district, resulting in the arrest of two Pakistani smugglers. The operation was prompted by specific information provided by the BSF.
In the early hours of August 20th-21st, 2023, the BSF and Punjab Police launched a collaborative operation based on the provided intelligence. The action led to the apprehension of two Pakistani smugglers along the international border in Ferozepur. This region had been under surveillance due to the credible information received by the BSF.
During the operation, the situation escalated as the BSF personnel perceived a threat posed by the smugglers. In response to this perceived threat, the BSF personnel opened fire at the smugglers, resulting in one of them sustaining a gunshot wound. The injured smuggler was later admitted to a hospital for medical treatment.
The BSF and Punjab Police detected the movement of the Pakistani smugglers at approximately 2:45 am on Monday. The joint operation was carried out on the banks of the Sutlej river, near the Gatti Matar village, over the night spanning Sunday and Monday. The operation successfully led to the interception of the smugglers.
The arrested smugglers were found to be carrying a substantial amount of narcotics. Specifically, they were in possession of 26 packets containing a total of 29.26 kilograms of heroin. The seizure of such a large quantity of drugs highlights the seriousness of the smuggling attempt and the subsequent joint operation.
The collaborative efforts of the BSF and Punjab Police resulted in the arrest of two Pakistani smugglers and the seizure of a significant amount of heroin. The operation was prompted by specific intelligence from the BSF and involved engagement by BSF personnel due to perceived threats. The details of the operation indicate meticulous planning and execution, leading to the successful interception of the smugglers and the confiscation of the illicit narcotics.
Please, have a look : Delhi to say goodbye to good air days as Punjab commences stubble burning
