Assam: Morigaon police arrest drug peddler, seize suspected heroin
Morigaon Sadar Police arrested a suspected drug peddler in Kalyanpur and seized 45 containers of a substance believed to be heroin. The case has turned attention to the accused's past narcotics record as investigators trace the wider supply chain.
- Jun 10, 2026,
- Updated Jun 10, 2026, 8:52 AM IST
The Special Branch of Morigaon Sadar Police arrested a suspected drug peddler during an anti-narcotics operation at Kalyanpur on Tuesday, June 9, and recovered 45 containers of a substance believed to be heroin.
The accused has been identified as Rakibur Rahman of Morimuslim Gaon in Morigaon district. Police said the seizure was made during a targeted operation based on specific inputs.
Officials suspect the recovered substance to be heroin, though confirmation is awaited following forensic examination.
Police sources added that the accused has a prior criminal history and was earlier imprisoned on three occasions in connection with narcotics-related offences.
Further investigation is underway to trace the source and distribution network of the contraband.