The Amritsar Rural Police have detained two individuals for their alleged involvement in espionage activities linked to Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). The accused have been identified as Gurpreet Singh, alias Gopy Foji, and Sahil Masih, alias Shali.
"Amritsar Rural Police apprehended two persons suspected of espionage activities linked to #Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). The arrested accused have been identified as Gurpreet Singh @ Gopy Foji & Sahil Masih @ Shali," posted DGP Punjab Police on social media X.
Preliminary police investigations have revealed that the accused, Gurpreet Singh, was in direct contact with operatives of Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) and is suspected of leaking sensitive and secret information through pen drives. The key ISI handler involved in the case has been identified as Rana Javed.
"Preliminary investigation reveals that Gurpreet Singh was in direct contact with operatives of the Pakistan ISI and is suspected of sharing sensitive and confidential information via pen drives. The key ISI handler involved in the case has been identified as Rana Javed. Two mobile phones reportedly used to communicate with ISI operatives have been seized," the post further read.
Further investigations are ongoing to uncover the broader espionage terror network and identify all individuals involved. The operation, spearheaded by the Punjab Police, underscores the state’s firm resolve to protect country’s sovereignty and integrity.
In a separate development on June 21, the Amritsar Rural Police successfully busted a cross-border drug smuggling racket, arresting two key operatives identified as Lovepreet Singh and Balwinder Singh.
"In a major intelligence-led operation, Amritsar Rural Police busts a cross-border drug smuggling racket and apprehends two key operatives: Lovepreet Singh @ Love and Balwinder Singh @ Bobby," posted DGP Punjab Police on X.
The Punjab Police-led operation highlighted the state's resolve in tackling narco-terrorism. Acting on credible intelligence, the police apprehended the two suspects and seized a significant quantity of heroin along with arms.
"Preliminary investigation reveals the accused were in direct contact with a #Pakistan-based smuggler via #WhatsApp, indicating a strong cross-border nexus," added the post.
Preliminary investigations reveal that the accused were in direct contact with a Pakistan-based smuggler via WhatsApp, indicating a strong cross-border nexus. The police recovered 6.15 kg of heroin, a PX5 pistol with four live cartridges, and Rs 10,000 in drug money.
"Recovery: 6.15 Kg Heroin, 1 PX5 pistol (.30 bore) with 4 live cartridges, ₹10,000 drug money. An FIR has been registered at PS Lopoke. Further investigations are ongoing to trace forward and backward linkages," added the post.
"The Punjab Police remains resolute in its fight against narco-terrorism. We are committed to protecting our youth and society from the grip of drugs and the menace of illegal arms", it added. As the crackdown continues, this operation marks a critical victory in the state's battle against cross-border smuggling.
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