Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): In a major operation targeting illegal weapon trafficking, Amritsar Commissionerate Police has exposed two suspected arms supply networks, leading to the arrest of six people and the recovery of 14 sophisticated pistols.
The investigation has brought to light a suspected supply chain involving foreign-based handlers who allegedly coordinated with local operatives through social media platforms. Preliminary findings suggest that illegal firearms were being transported into the area using drones, with the arrested individuals allegedly responsible for receiving the consignments and distributing the weapons further.
Police suspect that the firearms were subsequently supplied to individuals linked to criminal activities. Investigators are now examining the extent of the operation and the possible involvement of other members in the network.
Two separate cases have been registered at Chheharta and Civil Lines police stations in Amritsar. The investigation is continuing, with particular focus on tracing the origin of the weapons, identifying the intended recipients and establishing the wider network behind the alleged trafficking operation.
The police are also working to establish both backward and forward links to determine how the weapons entered the supply chain and where they were ultimately being distributed.
The latest action underlines Punjab Police’s continued focus on tackling organised crime and preventing illegal firearms from reaching criminal elements. Further action is expected as investigators work towards identifying every individual connected with the suspected networks and disrupting their operations across Punjab.
