Contraband item worth Rs 24.8 lakh seized
Source: PRO Cell IGAR(s) *
Imphal, August 17 2018:
In continuation of back to back recoveries of contraband drugs, Tengnoupal Battalion of 26 Sector Assam Rifles under the aegis of HQ IGAR (South) caught 4960 of WY tablets found inside the headlight of the Kenbo bike.
On 16 Aug 2018, at around 1400 hours, based on specific input received regarding movement of contraband drugs from Moreh towards Tengnoupal, a black coloured Kenbo bike was stopped for checking at PVCP, Khudengthabi, Tengnoupal District.
While frisking and carrying out thorough checking of baggage and vehicle, quantity 4960 of WY tablets were found inside the headlight of the Kenbo bike.
Approximate cost of the contraband drug is Rs 24.8 lakh.
Apprehendee Mr Jangkhongam Touthang, age 52 years, s/o Mr J Touthang, r/o Village T Bongmol, Tengnoupal District along with recovered item was handed over to Moreh Police Station.