Assam: STF nabs drug peddler in Guwahati with heroin

Guwahati: Assam's Special Task Force (STF) arrested a suspected drug peddler from the Jorabat area in Guwahati.

As per reports, the STF based on credible intelligence, raided a location near 9th mile.

During the raid, the STF apprehended a 32-year-old man identified as Bisu Rai (32).

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On checking the suspect, the STF found a sizable number of "illegal" substances.

The team seized 52 vials containing suspected heroin (total weight: 86.5 grams) along with cash amounting to Rs 3,290 as well as three empty vials and a lighter.

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The accused has been taken into custody for further questioning.

The value of the seized items is being determined.

The accused according to the police operated near the Jorabat area.