BANDERDEWA, 17 Nov: An inter-state drug peddling racket was busted by Naharlagun police during a four-day operation. The operation led to the arrest of five persons involved in the racket.
The arrested drug peddlers have been identified as Nabam Toni, Tana Tamin, Badong Ratan, Dharmendra Das and Rajen Boruah, Naharlagun SP Mihin Gambo said on Saturday.
Approximately 22.57 gms of suspected heroin were recovered from them.
A case has been registered against them at Banderdewa police station under the NDPS Act.
Further investigation is underway.
“The operation stands as a testament to the relentless efforts of the ICR Naharlagun police to dismantle drug trafficking networks and uphold public safety in capital region,” the SP said.
