PESHAWAR: The Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) Pakistan on Sunday foiled a major trans-border drug trafficking bid by intercepting a large consignment of narcotics being smuggled into the country from Afghanistan through the Torkham Border Terminal.
According to an ANF spokesperson, the action was taken on credible intelligence regarding cross-border smuggling. ANF teams intercepted a 10-wheeler Afghan cargo truck transporting honeybees that had crossed into Pakistan. The vehicle was shifted to Peshawar for a thorough inspection with the assistance of vehicle mechanics.
A detailed search led to the recovery of 17.5 kilograms of heroin and 4.5 kilograms of methamphetamine (ICE) concealed in a secret cavity of the rear axle shaft box. The driver, identified as Momand Ekram, a resident of Nangarhar, Afghanistan, was arrested at the scene.
Preliminary investigations revealed that the narcotics had originated from Jalalabad, Afghanistan, and were being smuggled into Pakistan as part of a larger trafficking network. A case has been registered under the Control of Narcotic Substances (CNS) Act, while efforts are underway to trace and apprehend other members of the syndicate.
The spokesperson credited the successful operation to meticulous intelligence gathering, real-time inputs from ground sources across Afghanistan, Torkham, and Peshawar, as well as the determination of ANF teams. He reiterated that Pakistan’s soil will not be allowed to be used for international or domestic drug trafficking.
“ANF remains committed to safeguarding society from the scourge of narcotics,” the spokesperson affirmed.
