HT Correspondent
BOKAJAN, June 30: In a routine check at Lahorijan on Monday morning, Khatkhati police in Karbi Anglong arrested two individuals and seized heroin worth approximately ₹5 lakh.
The police intercepted a Bolero SUV (registration number AS 01 DV 5575) and during frisking, recovered five plastic containers filled with a powdery substance suspected to be heroin.
A preliminary test confirmed the substance, weighing 60 grams, as heroin.
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The arrested individuals were identified as Karaiba Zeliang and his wife Kina Zeliang (49), along with Krichangdin Thimoi (50), all residents of Oklang Senapati, Manipur.
The vehicle was reportedly coming from Imphal.
The operation was led by Bokajan SDPO Rustom Raj Brama, along with Khatkhati OC Nitul Saikia, SI Biman Chetia, SI Jitumoni Saikia, CI Bipul Saikia, lady constable Kache Beypi, and other personnel.
The accused are currently in custody at Khatkhati police station, and further investigation is underway.
