Police Recover Israeli-Made Uzi Guns For First Time In Punjab Alongside 34-Kg Heroin Seizure
· India · NDTV
Punjab police recovered Israeli-made Uzi guns for the first time during a major narcotics seizure, seizing 34 kg of heroin alongside the weapons. Preliminary investigations indicate the accused were allegedly in contact with foreign-based handlers. The recovery marks a significant escalation in the type of arms being used in regional drug trafficking networks. Authorities have not yet identified the specific foreign handlers or their country of origin. The operation demonstrates heightened coordination between state police and central agencies in combating sophisticated cross-border crime.
Why it matters
The seizure highlights the growing nexus between international drug networks and advanced weaponry, posing a direct threat to law enforcement capabilities and public safety in Punjab.
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