NEW DELHI: The Delhi Police Particular Cell has seized a staggering 500kg of cocaine valued at over Rs 2,000 crore in one of many largest drug busts in current historical past.
As per the police, the consignment was intercepted from a suspected drug cartel working within the capital. The cocaine, sourced from overseas, was meant for distribution in Delhi and different components of the nation.
“This huge seizure is a big blow to the narcotics commerce and a testomony to our relentless efforts to curb drug trafficking,” mentioned further commissioner Pramod Singh Kushwaha.
The Particular Cell, tasked with combating organised crime, carried out a meticulous operation, monitoring the cartel’s actions and gathering intelligence earlier than making the arrest.
The seized cocaine, packed in giant sacks, was hidden in a truck travelling from a neighbouring state. Police have arrested a number of people, together with the alleged kingpin, and are investigating their hyperlinks to worldwide drug syndicates.
“This haul is equal to roughly 5 million doses, probably saving numerous lives from drug dependancy,” added the extra commissioner.
