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Police seize 180 kg of poppy husk and pistols from Scorpio, two arrested
✍️ timesofindia.indiatimes.com
🗓 03 Oct 2026, 08:31 AM
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Law enforcement officials recovered 180 kg of poppy husk and several pistols from a Scorpio vehicle, detaining two suspects.
Police officials seized a large quantity of narcotic material and firearms during a routine check on a Scorpio vehicle. The operation resulted in the recovery of approximately 180 kilograms of poppy husk, a raw material used in the production of illegal opiates, along with several pistols.
The seized items were taken into evidence, and authorities are conducting a forensic analysis to determine the intended use and origin of the narcotics. The pistols recovered are being catalogued as part of the ongoing investigation into illicit arms trafficking.
Two individuals associated with the vehicle have been placed in custody pending further questioning. Their identities have not been disclosed, and they remain under investigation for possible involvement in drug and weapons offenses.
The seized items were taken into evidence, and authorities are conducting a forensic analysis to determine the intended use and origin of the narcotics. The pistols recovered are being catalogued as part of the ongoing investigation into illicit arms trafficking.
Two individuals associated with the vehicle have been placed in custody pending further questioning. Their identities have not been disclosed, and they remain under investigation for possible involvement in drug and weapons offenses.