Maharashtra: Police officer arrested for links to 42 kg of drug seizure in Pune
Also Read | Mumbai BEST announces price hike: Check new fares for daily, weekly, and monthly passes in your bus route According to Police Inspector Vaibhav Shingare of Pimpri Chinchwad City Police, the Anti-Narcotics Cell apprehended a drug peddler named Namami Jha on Friday and confiscated the substantial amount of MD. During the subsequent investigation, officials uncovered the involvement of a sub-inspector stationed at the Nigdi police station.
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A case has been registered at the Sangvi police station under relevant sections of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, with further investigation ongoing. Also Read | Traffic Alert! Delhi Police advises alternate routes due to heavy vehicular movement on DND flyway This incident highlights the complex and often intertwined nature of the fight against illegal drugs.
The arrest of a law enforcement official allegedly involved in the drug trade underscores the importance of robust internal controls and vigilance within police forces. Also Read | Better punctuality at Mumbai airport comes with higher fares too The investigation is expected to continue, potentially leading to further arrests or the uncovering of a larger network.
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