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Punjab: Pharmacist caught with over 2,800 intoxicant pills and capsules at Kapurthala jail

Phagwara, Jun 6 (UNI) In a significant security breach at Kapurthala Modern Jail, a Pharmacist was apprehended while attempting to smuggle a large quantity of intoxicant pills and banned capsules
into the prison premises.
The suspect, identified as Sanjeev Kumar, was intercepted by jail authorities and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) during a routine check.
According to officials, Kumar had arrived at the jail on his scooter to report for duty. Based on suspicion, authorities conducted a thorough inspection of his vehicle. During the search, a plastic container was discovered inside the scooter’s storage compartment, containing approximately 2,600 intoxicant tablets. Additionally, a wax-sealed packet was found to contain 200 banned capsules.
Assistant Superintendent of the jail, Satpal Singh, immediately reported the matter to senior officials and the Kotwali police. Acting on the report, the police registered a case against Kumar.
SHO Kirpal Singh confirmed that the accused was produced before the local court, which has granted
a three-day police remand.
“Our primary focus during the remand will be to trace the source of the seized substances and identify any possible recipients within the jail,” the SHO said.
The incident has raised serious concerns over internal security protocols and the potential for narcotics trafficking within correctional facilities. Authorities are now investigating whether Kumar was acting alone or is part of a larger network attempting to smuggle drugs into the prison system. UNI GS XC
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