Headline: Jalandhar Encounter: Notorious Smuggler Gopi Gunned Down
A notorious drug smuggler, Gurpreet Singh alias Gopi, died in an encounter with Shahkot police in Jalandhar on Sunday, April 20, 2025. He succumbed to injuries sustained during a police chase.
The encounter unfolded during a pursuit by Jalandhar Rural police targeting a three-member heroin smuggling gang. Gopi, a resident of Kutbewal village, was among those pursued.
Police sources indicate the encounter occurred after the smugglers resisted arrest. Details about the amount of heroin recovered are still emerging.
The incident underscores the ongoing battle against drug trafficking in Punjab. The state continues to grapple with the menace of narcotics, demanding stringent measures and inter-agency coordination to curb this pervasive problem. This case will likely fuel further debate on policing tactics and the fight against drug cartels.
