Siliguri, 06th May: In a successful operation, undercover police from Matigara police station apprehended a woman, identified as Madhavi Das (48), before she could carry out a drug smuggling attempt. Hailing from Sitai in Mathabhanga, Madhavi Das was intercepted in Siliguri with approximately 10 kg of cannabis hidden in her bag. Her intention was to distribute the drugs in the Parimalnagar area under the jurisdiction of Matigara police station.
Acting on intelligence, the undercover police initially detained Madhavi Das based on suspicion and subsequently conducted a search, revealing the presence of cannabis in her bag. Consequently, she was placed under arrest. Police sources confirm that approximately 10 kg of cannabis has been seized from the accused. It has come to light that Madhavi Das resorted to drug smuggling due to the financial difficulties faced by her household. Her motive for the illicit activity was driven by a mere Rs 3,000 in greed.