Drug Suspect’s Escape Attempt Leads to Police Attack
A string of incidents in Jalandhar Rural district has prompted the police to register multiple criminal cases, notably an alleged attack on a police team attempting to secure a drug suspect. The events unfolded in the village of Dharme Diyan Chhanna, where authorities faced aggression while managing a narcotics case.
Police Confrontation and Attack
An FIR was lodged at the Police Station Mehatpur following an assault on officers by a group attempting to free an accused individual, Hans Raj alias Hansa. This arrest had taken place under the NDPS Act on February 26, 2026. The police report, filed by SI Kashmir Singh, details an aggressive confrontation involving sharp-edged weapons.
- Location: Village Dharme Diyan Chhanna
- Date of Incident: February 26, 2026
- Injured Parties: Police personnel
The accused named in this incident include Jasvir Singh alias Veeru, Sukhchain Singh alias Sukha, along with several unidentified individuals who reportedly surrounded the police team. The assailants faced charges under IPC sections related to assault, obstruction of duty, and more. So far, two suspects have been apprehended, with a manhunt ongoing for others involved.
Drug Seizures Linked to Arrest
Following the arrest of Hans Raj, police claimed to have found 15 grams of heroin and 100 intoxicating tablets at the scene, further raising concerns about drug trafficking in the area. Investigators continue to probe the supply chain associated with this narcotics case.
Armed Robbery Incident
In a separate but equally distressing incident in Nakodar, police registered a complaint regarding an armed robbery. Complainant Khushat Goyal reported that he was attacked by assailants who brandished a firearm, fired a shot to intimidate, and stole his motorcycle.
- Location: Nakodar
- Charges Filed: Sections 304(2) and 3(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, along with Arms Act violations
Police are actively investigating this robbery to track down the suspects and clarify the incident’s timeline.
Ongoing Anti-Drug Efforts
In a related effort to combat drug abuse, the police in Phillaur arrested Anmol Kumar alias Anu, after recovering 4 grams of heroin during routine patrols near the Old Bus Stand. This arrest falls under the NDPS Act’s stipulations, highlighting the continuous fight against narcotics in the region.
Law enforcement agencies are doubling their efforts to restore safety and diminish narcotic-related activities in Jalandhar Rural district.
