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Mizoram: Assam Rifles, Ngopa Police seize heroin worth Rs 5.36 crore in Saitual district

In a joint operation, Assam Rifles and Ngopa Police recovered 758 grams of Heroin No. 4 near Teikhang, Saitual district.

Sentinel Digital Desk

SAITUAL: Assam Rifles, in coordination with Ngopa Police Station, recovered 758 grams of Heroin No. 4 near Teikhang in Saitual district during a joint operation on the intervening night of May 26 and May 27, an official statement said.

Acting on specific intelligence related to narcotics trafficking, a mobile vehicle check post (MVCP) was set up by Assam Rifles and Ngopa Police personnel.

During the operation, two individuals riding Kenbo bikes were intercepted, leading to the seizure of heroin with an estimated market value of Rs 5.36 crore, an official release stated.

The recovered contraband has been handed over to Ngopa Police Station for further investigation. (ANI)

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