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Clamp down on drug trade in Arunachal, 41.25 grams of brown sugar seized

First Published: 13th January, 2022 10:26 IST

In a major crackdown on drug trafficking, Assam Rifles, in coordination with Pongchau Police, apprehended a drug dealer on Wednesday and recovered 41.25 gm of brown sugar in Longding district

In a major crackdown on drug trafficking, Assam Rifles, in coordination with Pongchau Police, apprehended a drug dealer on Wednesday and recovered 41.25 gm of brown sugar in Longding district in Arunachal Pradesh.

As per reports, the market value of the seized contraband is estimated to be Rs 8,25,000.

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The drug peddler, along with the seized contraband, was handed over to Pongchau Police Station for further investigation.

The apprehension is a major blow to the illegal drug network in the Longding District.

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