In a successful joint raid by Tripura police and BSF, the security forces has arrested an infamous drug smuggler from bordering Motinagar area under West Tripura district and recovered a sophisticated pistol with ammunitions, huge quantities of Yaba tablets, Bangladeshi currency.

Giving details, SP (West) Kiran Kumar said that the police personnel of Amtali police station had received a specific information from border guards of 42nd battalion posted at Rayermura BOP and based on the information, the joint contingent of police and BSF raided at the house of one noted drug smuggler Sundar Ali (36) at bordering Motinagar area in the wee hours of Thursday.

During the raid, the security forces recovered a sophisticated 7.65 mm (caliber) pistol, two magazines and eight live rounds under possession of Sundar Ali, said Kumar.

He added that security forces have also recovered 59,200 Yaba Tablets, 50 Phensedyl bottles, 23,550/- taka (Bangladeshi Currency) and a currency counting machine and the recovered items are worth approximately Rs 3 crore.

While, in another press statement BSF said that the house owner, Sunder Ali (36 years), was apprehended after the search operation. During preliminary questioning, Sunder Ali admitted ownership of the seized items. Further investigation revealed that the items were stored in the house of his brother, Rafikul Islam, who has been residing elsewhere due to health issues.

The seized items, along with the apprehended person, were handed over to Amtali Police for further legal action.

This operation underscores the relentless efforts of BSF and Amtali Police in combating illegal activities and ensuring the safety and security of the region. The successful seizure of these items is a testament to the dedication and vigilance of the Border Security Force.