Four Apprehended, Suspected Drugs Recovered in Tirap
DEOMALi, August 25:
Four individuals were apprehended and suspected contraband substances recovered during a joint intelligence-based operation by Assam Rifles, Arunachal Pradesh Police and CRPF in Deomali, Tirap district, on Tuesday.
Acting on credible information about the movement of suspected drug peddlers in a white Chevrolet Spark bearing registration number AR 09A 8114, security forces launched an operation in the general area of Deomali Gate.
A joint team subsequently established a naka-cum-Mobile Vehicle Check Post (MVCP) at Deomali Gate to intercept the suspected vehicle reportedly travelling towards Namsangmukh Town.
At around 6:15 pm, the vehicle reached the naka and was intercepted. Four occupants, Kaling Mibang, Mibom Tayeng, Tajen Pame and Bai Kambu, were apprehended for questioning and further verification.
During the search, approximately 47.8 grams of suspected contraband was recovered from Mibom Tayeng.
A plastic container containing traces of an orange-coloured powdery substance suspected to be a drug, along with syringes and other incriminating articles, was also recovered from Bai Kambu.
The operation also led to the recovery of mobile phones, ₹19,590 in cash, one US dollar and other relevant articles from the individuals. The Chevrolet Spark used by the group was also seized.
The apprehended individuals and all recovered items were handed over to Deomali Police Station at around 8:30 pm for further investigation and necessary legal action.
The operation highlights the coordinated efforts of Assam Rifles, Arunachal Pradesh Police and CRPF in tackling suspected drug trafficking and other illegal activities in Tirap district.
