NEW DELHI/KARACHI (Daily Hayat) — The Indian Coast Guard and the Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad have seized an Iranian vessel in the Arabian Sea suspected of carrying a consignment of heroin and methamphetamine.
According to investigators, five Pakistani nationals found aboard the vessel were arrested during the operation. The drugs were allegedly to be transferred at sea to another vessel associated with Tamil Nadu before being moved inland.
Reports suggest the consignment was intended for distribution in Indian Punjab and other areas. A satellite communication device was also found on the vessel, which investigators believe may have been used to communicate with handlers at sea.
A Nigerian national has been linked by investigators to the suspected Pakistan-based trafficking network. He has not been reported as arrested, and the allegations against him have not been established in court.
The vessel, its crew and the seized drugs were taken to Mumbai for further investigation and legal proceedings. Authorities say the investigation is continuing to establish the roles of the suspects and trace the wider network.
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