Major Drug Bust at Melli Checkpost: Commercial Quantity of Suspected Contraband Seized, Three Arrested
Major Drug Bust at Melli Checkpost: Commercial Quantity of Suspected Contraband Seized, Three Arrested
Melli, 18 Feb : In a significant breakthrough in the ongoing crackdown against narcotics, Melli Police Station intercepted a vehicle at the Melli Checkpost and recovered a commercial quantity of suspected contraband capsules.
According to official sources, credible intelligence was received by Police Inspector Sher Bahadur Manger, SHO of Melli Police Station, regarding the movement of illegal substances from Siliguri to Namchi via Melli. Acting swiftly on the tip-off, a police team led by PI Gaurav Gautam, along with Head Constable Aita Hang Subba and other personnel, set up surveillance at the checkpost.
The vehicle bearing registration number SK-05-P-1728 (White Maruti Alto) was intercepted and searched in accordance with legal procedures and in the presence of independent witnesses. During the inspection, authorities recovered a commercial quantity of blue-coloured capsules suspected to be prohibited narcotic substances. The seized items were taken into custody following due process.
The individuals apprehended in connection with the case have been identified as:
1. Binod Rai (36), resident of Gupasay, Namchi.
2. Mahesh Tamang (36), resident of Dambudara, Gupasay, Namchi.
3. Pravesh Rai (36), resident of Dambudara, Namchi.
All three accused have been arrested, and a case has been registered under relevant provisions of the SADA Act at Melli Police Station. Further investigation is currently in progress to ascertain the source and intended distribution network of the seized contraband.
Authorities have reiterated their commitment to intensifying the fight against drug trafficking and ensuring strict enforcement at strategic checkpoints across the region.
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