In a carefully orchestrated operation in Noakhali, a 40-year-old female drug trafficker, Panna Akter, was apprehended while attempting to sell yaba tablets under the pretext of seeking medical attention. The arrest, conducted by the Noakhali District Narcotics Control Department, also led to the seizure of 150 yaba pills and two mobile phones suspected of being used to coordinate drug transactions.
The incident occurred on Saturday, 7 March, at approximately 8:00 p.m. on Hospital Road near Metro Hospital in Maijdi, Sadar Upazila. Sub-Director Subrata Sarkar Shuvo of the District Narcotics Control Department confirmed the arrest and emphasised the strategic planning behind the operation.
Panna Akter is a resident of Rasulpur village in Amishapara Union of Sonaimuri Upazila and the daughter of the late Abdul Gafur. Local intelligence indicated her involvement in clandestine yaba distribution in Maijdi town, prompting authorities to intervene.
Arrest Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Accused | Panna Akter, 40 |
| Residence | Rasulpur village, Amishapara Union, Sonaimuri Upazila, Noakhali |
| Location of Arrest | Hospital Road, Maijdi, Sadar Upazila, Noakhali |
| Date & Time | 7 March, ~8:00 p.m. |
| Items Seized | 150 yaba tablets, 2 mobile phones |
| Arresting Authority | Noakhali District Narcotics Control Department |
| Case Registered | Sudharam Police Station under Narcotics Control Act |
According to Sub-Director Shuvo, officers posed as buyers to apprehend Panna, who had disguised herself as a patient to avoid detection. This undercover approach was crucial, given her continued illicit sales in the area, and allowed authorities to collect concrete evidence before executing the arrest.
Officials highlighted that the confiscation of 150 yaba tablets, alongside mobile phones used to facilitate transactions, represented a significant disruption to the local narcotics network. A case has been formally registered at Sudharam Police Station under the Narcotics Control Act, and investigators are continuing to trace the full scope of her operations and identify any associates.
This operation illustrates the evolving tactics of law enforcement in tackling drug trafficking, particularly when traffickers attempt to evade detection through deception. Authorities have urged residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to help curb the spread of illegal substances in the region.
The incident serves as a reminder of the ongoing challenges faced by narcotics authorities in intercepting and dismantling local drug networks. It also underscores the commitment of the Noakhali District Narcotics Control Department to ensuring public safety and maintaining strict enforcement against drug-related crimes.