Namchi District Police Arrests Drug Peddler, Seizes Heroin Worth Over ₹1 Lakh

Namchi District Police Arrests Drug Peddler, Seizes Heroin Worth Over ₹1 Lakh

Namchi, May 10,: Acting on a tip-off received through the Namchi District Police Helpline, authorities arrested a suspected drug peddler and recovered a significant quantity of heroin along with sale proceeds.

The accused, identified as Deep Gupta (20), son of Pardeep Gupta, a resident of Bhutia Busty, Namchi (near Reliance Mart), was found in possession of 21.89 grams of heroin and ₹1,05,650 in suspected drug sale proceeds. The contraband was seized from his bedroom during a police operation.

A case has been registered under FIR No. 17/2025 dated 10.05.2025 at Namchi Police Station under Section 21 of the NDPS Act, 1985. Investigations are currently underway.

The *Namchi District Police* commended the public for their cooperation, stating that such vigilance plays a crucial role in combating drug-related crimes.

"We urge citizens to continue reporting suspicious activities through our helpline to help keep our community safe," a police official said.

Further updates will follow as the investigation progresses.