Drug peddler arrested with cannabis and Yaba tablets in Assam's South Salmara-Mankachar
Police arrested Soleman Sheikh after seizing cannabis and yaba tablets from his residence in Kacharipara village. The case has prompted further questioning to trace the contraband source and any wider network.
- Jun 04, 2026,
- Updated Jun 04, 2026, 8:24 AM IST
- The raid took place at the accused's residence in Kacharipara village
- Officers recovered 2.746 kilograms of ganja during the house search
- Police also seized 400 yaba tablets classified as psychotropic substances
In a major anti-narcotics operation, police arrested an alleged drug peddler and seized a substantial quantity of cannabis and psychotropic tablets from Assam's South Salmara-Mankachar district.
The operation was carried out in Kacharipara village, where police apprehended the accused, identified as Soleman Sheikh.
During a search of his residence, police recovered 2.746 kilograms of cannabis (ganja) and 400 yaba tablets, which are classified as narcotic and psychotropic substances.
Following the seizure, Soleman Sheikh was taken into custody for questioning. Police said further interrogation is underway to ascertain the source of the contraband and to determine whether others are involved in the trafficking network.
Authorities have registered a case and launched further investigations into the matter as part of ongoing efforts to curb the illegal drug trade in the region.
