VIDEO: Pune Police's Anti-Narcotics Cell Seizes Banned Gutka Consignment Worth ₹80 Lakh
· Free Press Journal
In a major crackdown, the Anti-Narcotics Cell of Pune Police seized gutka worth over ₹80 lakh and detained a truck driver transporting the banned substance for illegal sale in the city.
The action took place near the Khed Shivapur toll plaza, where police intercepted a truck carrying a large consignment of gutka. The seizure included gutkha worth ₹60,22,800, a truck valued at ₹20 lakh, and a mobile phone, taking the total value of seized material to ₹80,32,800.
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The accused has been identified as Srisail Tammarao Halke (32), a resident of Umdi in Jat taluka of Sangli district. Police investigations have revealed that two individuals from Pune had allegedly ordered the gutka for distribution and sale within the city.
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The suspect vehicle was eventually spotted at the Khed Shivapur toll naka, where it was intercepted with the assistance of Rajgad Police. The driver was taken into custody, and the vehicle was seized.
A case has been registered at Rajgad Police Station, and further investigation is underway to trace the two Pune-based individuals who allegedly placed the order.
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