Two Indian nationals held with over 109 kg of marijuana in Sarlahi

Summary

Two Indian nationals were arrested in Sarlahi after police seized more than 109 kilograms of marijuana from a car during a surprise security check in Lalbandi Municipality. The suspects and the vehicle have been taken into custody as investigators proceed under the Narcotic Drugs (Control) Act.

Key Points
  • Police in Sarlahi arrested two Indian nationals and recovered 109 kilograms of marijuana from a car in Lalbandi Municipality.
  • The seizure was made during a surprise inspection at Nawalpur in Lalbandi-1 following a special tip-off.
  • The arrested men were identified as Deepak Kumar Mahato and Aman Kumar, both from Sitamarhi district in Bihar, India.
  • Police have begun an investigation after obtaining remand from the Sarlahi District Court under the Narcotic Drugs (Control) Act.
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