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Crime
Punjab Police confiscate 30 pistols, ammunition and heroin in Amritsar raid
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🗓 27 Oct 2026, 09:04 PM
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Punjab police in Amritsar seized 30 pistols, a cache of ammunition and a quantity of heroin during a recent operation, officials said.
Punjab police announced that a team operating in Amritsar recovered thirty pistols, a stock of ammunition and an amount of heroin in a coordinated raid. The seizure was reported by the state police headquarters and is being treated as a major drug‑related offence.
According to officials, the weapons and narcotics were discovered at a location that is under investigation for links to organised crime. The pistols were unregistered, and the ammunition was compatible with a range of small‑calibre firearms. The heroin, described as a “significant quantity,” is believed to be intended for distribution in the region.
Investigators have launched a forensic examination of the seized items and are tracing the supply chain to identify the source. The police have also begun questioning individuals associated with the premises where the haul was found, aiming to uncover any broader network.
A senior police spokesperson said the operation underscores the department’s focus on curbing illegal arms and drug trafficking in Punjab. Authorities urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity that could aid criminal groups.
According to officials, the weapons and narcotics were discovered at a location that is under investigation for links to organised crime. The pistols were unregistered, and the ammunition was compatible with a range of small‑calibre firearms. The heroin, described as a “significant quantity,” is believed to be intended for distribution in the region.
Investigators have launched a forensic examination of the seized items and are tracing the supply chain to identify the source. The police have also begun questioning individuals associated with the premises where the haul was found, aiming to uncover any broader network.
A senior police spokesperson said the operation underscores the department’s focus on curbing illegal arms and drug trafficking in Punjab. Authorities urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity that could aid criminal groups.