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Crime
Amritsar Police Arrest 9 in Ambulance‑Disguised Smuggling Ring
✍️ Amar Ujala · Amritsar
🗓 16 Sep 2026, 10:31 AM
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Police in Amritsar arrested nine people, including the driver, after uncovering a smuggling operation that used an ambulance as a cover.
Police in Amritsar carried out a raid on a vehicle that was being used as an ambulance. During the operation, authorities discovered evidence of a smuggling activity. The driver of the ambulance and eight other individuals were taken into custody. The arrested persons are now under investigation by the local law‑enforcement agencies.
The operation was reportedly carried out by the Punjab Police’s anti‑smuggling unit. The raid was conducted after intelligence indicated that the ambulance was being used to transport contraband goods. The authorities have not yet released details about the nature of the smuggled items.
The arrested individuals are expected to face charges related to smuggling and illegal transport. The police have assured the public that further investigations will be carried out to identify any additional conspirators involved in the scheme.
No injuries were reported during the raid, and the ambulance was seized by the police as evidence. The incident underscores the ongoing efforts of law‑enforcement agencies to curb illicit trade in the region.
The operation was reportedly carried out by the Punjab Police’s anti‑smuggling unit. The raid was conducted after intelligence indicated that the ambulance was being used to transport contraband goods. The authorities have not yet released details about the nature of the smuggled items.
The arrested individuals are expected to face charges related to smuggling and illegal transport. The police have assured the public that further investigations will be carried out to identify any additional conspirators involved in the scheme.
No injuries were reported during the raid, and the ambulance was seized by the police as evidence. The incident underscores the ongoing efforts of law‑enforcement agencies to curb illicit trade in the region.