The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) busts a cross-border heroin trafficking cartel in Jammu, seizing 5.16 kg of heroin and arresting three people, including the alleged mastermind. NDTV and Times of India report the drugs are high-grade and valued at “crores,” while the apprehensions are linked to a broader probe into smuggling activities.
The NCB traces the suspected leader to Leh in Ladakh, where he is arrested on August 24, two days after the seizure, according to The Hindu and Times of India. Times of India adds that a preliminary investigation leads the agency to a resident of Baramulla, believed to be the mastermind, and says the heroin is suspected to have entered India through the Uri border sector. Authorities state the investigation aims to identify cross-border suppliers, financial links, transporters, local associates, and the intended distribution network, though specific details beyond the arrests and seizure are not reported consistently across outlets.
