10-Mar-2025 03:46 PM
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Chandigarh, Mar 10 (Reporter) In a major breakthrough, the Punjab Police has arrested an international drug trafficker wanted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and linked to a global narcotics syndicate, an official said here on Monday.
DGP Yadav said this operation follows the arrest of four of his associates in the US in February 2025, identified as Amritpal Singh alias Amrit alias Bal, Amritpal Singh alias Cheema, Takdir Singh alias Romy, Sarbjit Singh alias Sabi and Fernando Valladares alias Franco.
He said that during their arrests, USA authorities seized 391 Kg Methamphetamine, 109 Kg Cocaine, and four firearms from their residences and vehicles. After the crackdown, Shehnaz absconded to
India, where Punjab Police successfully tracked and arrested him.
DGP Yadav said that this operation is a testament to Punjab PoliceInd's zero-tolerance approach to drug trafficking and organized crime. We remain committed to working with international law enforcement agencies to ensure that Punjab is not a safe haven for drug smugglers and criminals...////...