Imphal: A suspected drug smuggler was arrested by Manipur police, assisted by CRPF personnel, along National Highway 102 in Senapati District, Manipur on Tuesday.
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The arrest took place near Mt Everest College, Senapati, close to the T Khullen Naka Checkpost.
Authorities seized 17.34 kilograms of raw opium, locally known as Kani, valued at around Rs 22,000 in the illegal drug trade, along with a four-wheeler, a mobile phone with a SIM card, and some money from the suspect’s possession.
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The arrest followed specific intelligence about drug trafficking from T Khullen village in Senapati District, aimed at transporting contraband to Nagaland.
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The suspect, identified as 35-year-old Sandeep Deswal, was detained during a frisking operation. He has been handed over to the local police for further legal proceedings.