Soreng Police Seize Large Quantity of Contraband Capsules, Notorious Peddler Arrested
Soreng Police Seize Large Quantity of Contraband Capsules, Notorious Peddler Arrested
SORENG, July 11 – In a major crackdown on drug trafficking, the Naya Bazar Police station, operating under the Soreng District Police, today successfully intercepted a private vehicle and arrested a suspected drug peddler, seizing a substantial amount of contraband capsules.
The arrest occurred around 11:35 AM at the Akkar Booth in Nayabazar. Police officers stopped a white WagonR (SK04/PA 3302) and apprehended Sujit Kumar Subba, 36, son of Lt. Lall Bahadur Subba, a resident of Pipaley Rateypani, Soreng District. Subba had been under the surveillance of the Soreng District Police for some time, identified as a habitual drug peddler.
During a thorough search of the vehicle, conducted in the presence of Ms. Sakchum Lepcha, SCS, SDM, Soreng, authorities discovered and seized 838 blue-colored Windlas Winspasmo Forte capsules.
A case has been registered against Subba under the relevant sections of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985, and the Sikkim Anti Drugs Act, 2006. Active investigation into the matter is now underway.
The Soreng District Police reiterated their unwavering commitment to making Soreng a drug-free district. They urged all members of civil society to collaborate in the fight against drug abuse, emphasizing their dedication to creating a "Nasha Mukta District" for a brighter and safer future.
