Chinese drone and narcotics seized from field in Amritsar
- In Reports
- 05:49 PM, Jun 15, 2024
- Myind Staff
The Border Security Force, in collaboration with Punjab Police, conducted a joint operation resulting in the recovery of a Chinese drone and narcotics from a farming field located in Amritsar, according to a statement issued by the force.
The Border Security Force (BSF) stated that on June 14, 2024, acting on intelligence provided by its intelligence wing regarding a drone carrying narcotics in the border area of Amritsar district, BSF troops, in conjunction with Punjab Police, initiated a thorough search operation in the identified vicinity. During the operation, BSF recovered one drone and one packet containing suspected heroin from a farming field adjacent to Kahangarh village in Amritsar district.
The BSF disclosed that during a meticulously executed search operation at around 8:10 pm, troops successfully located and retrieved a drone along with a package containing approximately 557 grams of suspected heroin from a farming field adjacent to Kahangarh village in Amritsar district. The illicit substances were concealed within a plastic container wrapped in yellow adhesive tape, alongside the discovery of a copper wire ring affixed to the package.
The BSF confirmed that the recovered drone has been identified as a Chinese-made DJI Mavic 3 classic. They further stated that through dependable intelligence and coordinated operations between the BSF and Punjab Police, another illicit drone along with suspected heroin was successfully recovered from across the border.
The recovery of a Chinese-made DJI Mavic 3 classic drone and suspected heroin in Amritsar district highlights the ongoing efforts of the BSF and Punjab Police in combating cross-border narcotics smuggling. This joint operation underscores the importance of intelligence sharing and collaborative efforts in tackling such illicit activities.
The interception of the drone and narcotics signifies a significant step towards ensuring border security and preventing the illegal transportation of contraband substances. Authorities remain vigilant in their efforts to safeguard the region and enforce stringent measures against those involved in smuggling operations.
Image source: ANI
Comments