Amritsar Crackdown: 6 Held in Cross-Border Guns Smuggling Case
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A high-stakes police operation in Amritsar has unraveled an international illegal arms racket, leading to the capture of six suspects—including one minor—and the confiscation of seven cutting-edge pistols. The March 19 raid marks a critical win for Punjab’s security apparatus.
Evidence suggests the culprits answered to a shadowy figure in Portugal, who funneled guns via Pakistan for distribution to local gangs. Such smuggling could have sparked widespread violence, challenging the state’s hard-won peace.
Investigators classify it as a sophisticated enterprise with deep trans-border roots. Proceedings began with an FIR at Cantonment police station, followed by aggressive follow-ups to expose the full ecosystem of suppliers and recipients.
Punjab Police’s recent Bathinda coup, where counter-intel officers seized grenades from two men linked to overseas agitators, highlights a pattern of proactive defense. The force pledges unyielding action against smuggling, terror, and syndicates.
In a statement, leaders underscored that protecting lives and order is paramount, with advanced tech and human intel driving future operations. Community vigilance is urged as probes continue to fortify Punjab’s defenses.
