Dramatic chase leads to arrest of 2 Ganja peddlers near Tangi in Cuttack

Two individuals have been arrested in a significant bust by the Flying Squad of the Odisha Excise Department on the national highway near Tangi in Cuttack on Tuesday.

Acting on intelligence input, the officials apprehended the suspects believed to be involved in the illegal transportation of ganja (dry cannabis).

The arrest, which unfolded with dramatic intensity reminiscent of a movie sequence, took place when the suspected traffickers abandoned their vehicle in a bid to abscond.

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Demonstrating prompt action, the Flying Squad successfully pursued and detained them. Both individuals are now in custody, with further investigation underway by the Excise Department.

Preliminary findings suggest the consignment of ganja was being transported from Gajapati in Odisha to Kolkata in West Bengal. This successful interception highlights the ongoing efforts and vigilance of the department to tackle drug trafficking.