In a significant operation on January 13, 2025, traffic police in Naharlagun intercepted a scooter near Bage Tinali for a traffic violation. When asked to open the vehicle’s storage compartment, the rider fled the scene, arousing further suspicion. Upon inspection, the officers uncovered heroin worth an estimated ₹2 lakh.
The discovery highlights the growing menace of drug trafficking in the region and the vigilance of Arunachal Pradesh’s police force. A case has been registered under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, and the authorities are intensifying their efforts to track and apprehend the absconding suspect. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of routine traffic checks in curbing criminal activities.