In a targeted enforcement action against narcotics distribution in Haryana, the Anti Narcotic Cell uncovered an illicit drug distribution setup operating out of a residential neighborhood in Kurukshetra. Acting on specific intelligence, enforcement personnel raided a rented house in Sector 3, seizing high-value contraband and taking two key operatives into custody. The recovered narcotics stash is estimated to carry an international market valuation of roughly 21 lakh rupees.
Rented Premises Used as Base for Narcotics Distribution
The arrested individuals have been identified as 24-year-old Akshit alias Vishu and 25-year-old Jasbir, who share an age of 24 and 25 respectively. Investigators established that the duo had been actively functioning within the illicit trade for nearly 4 to 5 years. To maintain their operations without drawing suspicion, they had leased a residential property in Sector 3. The partners procured illicit substances from external territories and supplied them directly to individuals grappling with addiction across Kurukshetra, alongside distributing batches to intermediate runners on a commission arrangement.
Intelligence-Led Raid and Significant Seizure
Sharing details of the enforcement operation, Anti Narcotic Cell in-charge Satwinder Singh explained that credible tip-offs pointed to the concealment of narcotics within Akshit's rented accommodation in Sector 3. Following strict verification of the intelligence, the police unit carried out a surprise search on the premises, intercepting both suspects inside. A thorough search resulted in the recovery of 100.60 grams of smack alongside approximately 8 thousand rupees in cash. In overseas market estimates, the seized quantity of smack is pegged at around 21 lakh rupees.
Transition from Mobile Repairs to Organised Peddling
Background inquiries conducted by the police revealed that Akshit previously ran a mobile repair business before abandoning the trade to enter drug peddling. Initially, he procured narcotics from external sources to deliver to third parties, subsequently moving into direct retailing to consumers. It was during this period that he established contact with Jasbir, leading both men to combine their efforts. Their supply chain was not confined to direct handling alone; they systematically routed consignments to other distributors based on demand, securing substantial profits through commissions. Both suspects already have prior cases registered against them in Kurukshetra under the NDPS Act.
Legal Proceedings and Financial Investigation
A formal case has been registered against the accused duo at the Thanesar Sadar police station under relevant provisions of the NDPS Act. Investigating officers have initiated an examination of their bank account transactions to map their financial trails and identify the origin of their monetary assets. Following their production before the court, Akshit alias Vishu was remanded to judicial custody in jail, while Jasbir was remanded to police custody for 2 days. During the remand period, investigators plan to interrogate Jasbir regarding their primary suppliers and the broader network involved in sourcing the contraband.
