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Crime
Two suspects seized with heroin worth Rs 60 lakh in West Garo Hills, Meghalaya
✍️ India Today NE
🗓 31 Oct 2026, 08:01 PM
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Police in West Garo Hills, Meghalaya, arrested two individuals carrying heroin valued at approximately Rs 60 lakh.
Police officials in West Garo Hills district of Meghalaya announced the arrest of two persons found in possession of heroin estimated to be worth Rs 60 lakh. The seizure was made during a routine check, and the narcotics were confiscated on the spot.
The two detainees are currently in police custody, and the seized heroin has been handed over to the forensic laboratory for verification of purity and weight. Authorities have not disclosed the identities of the arrested individuals or the exact circumstances leading to the discovery.
The incident underscores the ongoing challenge of drug trafficking in the northeastern region. Law enforcement agencies have reiterated their commitment to curbing narcotics flow and have urged the public to report any suspicious activity.
Further investigations are underway to trace the source of the drugs and to determine whether the arrested individuals are linked to larger drug networks.
The two detainees are currently in police custody, and the seized heroin has been handed over to the forensic laboratory for verification of purity and weight. Authorities have not disclosed the identities of the arrested individuals or the exact circumstances leading to the discovery.
The incident underscores the ongoing challenge of drug trafficking in the northeastern region. Law enforcement agencies have reiterated their commitment to curbing narcotics flow and have urged the public to report any suspicious activity.
Further investigations are underway to trace the source of the drugs and to determine whether the arrested individuals are linked to larger drug networks.