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DELHI POLICE
CRIME BRANCH
19.04.2025
PRESS RELEASE

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 A cross-border drug trafficking cartel busted; 10 accused persons arrested.
 Total 1667 grams of superfine quality heroin, 130 grams of a chemical substance (suspected to be drugs) seized.
 The cartel was spread over Punjab, J&K, Mewat and Delhi/NCR.
 05 properties worth ₹10 crore identified for further financial investigation.

INTRODUCTION:
Relentlessly pursuing the 'Zero Tolerance' policy against drugs, as set out by the Hon’ble Union Home & Cooperation Minister, and under the guidance of Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor, Delhi, the ANTF of Crime Branch has been leading various operations and campaigns all over Delhi.

OPERATION CLEAN SWEEP:
In a major breakthrough, ANTF, Crime Branch has successfully dismantled a cross-border drug trafficking network, operating between India and neighboring countries. The operation has resulted in multiple arrests and seizure of a substantial quantity of narcotics, mobile phones, crucial incriminating evidence, and illicit proceeds. In the operation, so far, 10 accused persons have been arrested. All accused have significant previous criminal involvements and family history of crime. A total of 1667 grams of superfine quality Afghan origin heroin has been recovered in multiple raids across various States. 130 grams of a chemical substance, suspected to be drugs, has also been seized. Two motorcycles used in drug supply have been confiscated and Freezing Orders are being issued. 15 mobile phones containing crucial incriminating data related to cross-border syndicates involved in drugs, weapons and explosive substance supplies have been recovered. Additionally, five properties worth ₹10 crore have been identified for further financial investigation. Further, details from the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) are sought to establish Financial Links among the drug peddlers.

1. Arrest of Accused Faheem:
On February 9, 2025, acting upon specific input, a team comprising ACP Anil Sharma, Inspector Pankaj, Sub-Inspectors Vikas Deep and Ram Kishan, Head Constables Sanwar, Amit, and Ajit was formed under the supervision of Ms. Apoorva Gupta, DCP, Anti-Narcotics Task Force, Crime Branch, Delhi. Information was received regarding the movements of a suspected drug trafficker identified as Faheem Farooq aged 37 years, r/o Amar Colony, Lal Bazar, Srinagar, J&K. A trap was laid, leading to successful apprehension of Faheem. From his possession, 996 grams of high-grade Afghan origin heroin was recovered. Following procedural formalities under the law, a subsequent search was conducted at his rented accommodation in Bhogal, Delhi, where a cash amount of Rs. 1,65,000/- was recovered. He admitted the cash was earned from drug trafficking activities. During sustained interrogation, Faheem disclosed that he was an active member of a well-organized heroin distribution cartel. He named his supplier as Shazia, r/o Telbal, Srinagar, J&K, currently residing in Bhogal, Jangpura, Delhi. He further confessed that Shazia, introduced him to a drug supplier known by the name of Harry, referred to as a "Punjab Operator." Shazia provided him Harry’s contact details. Following her instructions, Faheem established contact with Harry as and when deliveries have to be received. Faheem further disclosed that on February 3, 2025, he collected 1 kg of heroin from Harry at Sukhdev Dhaba, located in Murthal, Sonipat, Haryana. Each time, after collecting the deliveries, the narcotics and the dedicated mobile handset were handed over to Shazia, who would pay Rs. 50,000/- per delivery in exchange. On 09.04.2025, Faheem was en route to deliver heroin to a contact at Jal Vihar Road, Lajpat Nagar, Delhi, as directed by Shazia. However, before the transaction could be completed, he was intercepted and apprehended by the team. A case vide FIR No. 36/25, u/s 21 NDPS Act, at Police Station Crime Branch, was registered and investigation was taken up. Faheem was arrested on 10.02.2025. Originally from Srinagar, J&K, Faheem studied up to the 10th grade and worked in his father’s jewellery shop before suffering huge financial losses. Later on, he got involved into drug trafficking. It also revealed from the imaging and recovery of WhatsApp Chats during investigation that Ms Shazia and Faheem planned to infiltrate the drugs through Kupwara, Sector J&K through young kid to be used as carriers.

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