Ratia: In a major action against drug trafficking, Ratia City Police arrested two motorcycle-borne men near Lali village on Badi Nahar Road and recovered 6.25 grams of heroin from their possession. The accused have been identified as Mahendra Singh and Darshan, both residents of Ward No. 8, Jakhan Dadi village, in Ratia tehsil. They will be produced before the court.
Police Team Arrests Two Suspects During Patrolling
Ratia City Police Station SHO Sub-Inspector Praveen said that on November 9, a police team led by Assistant Sub-Inspector Budh Ram was patrolling along Badi Nahar Road towards Lali village.
During patrolling, two youths approaching from the direction of Lali village allegedly noticed the police vehicle and suddenly attempted to turn their motorcycle around. Suspecting their movements, the police team immediately stopped and detained both individuals.
6.25 Grams of Heroin Recovered During Search
During a search conducted as per procedure, police recovered 6.25 grams of heroin from the pocket of Darshan’s lower garment.
The police also seized the Platina motorcycle, which was found without a registration number plate.
Case Registered Under NDPS Act
A case has been registered at Ratia City Police Station under FIR No. 232, dated November 9, 2026, under Sections 21(B), 61 and 85 of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act.
Further investigation is underway, and both accused will be presented before the court.
