In a major crackdown, Tinsukia Police have dismantled a human trafficking network operating across upper Assam and neighboring regions, arresting nine individuals and rescuing two minor girls. The accused, identified as Suraj Bhumij, Vishal Barman, Cheetah Barman, Nishita Bhumij, Phulumani Goyala, Biren Taid, Pankaj Doley from Dhakuakhana, and Raju Tide and Udip Sharma from Duliajan, were taken into custody following an intensive investigation.
Addressing the media, DSP Nishita Jagtap stated, “Two minor girls were abducted from their home, leading to the registration of a case. Through diligent investigation, we identified and apprehended several suspects. Their interrogation revealed critical information, enabling us to arrest nine individuals and dismantle a human trafficking ring in Tinsukia.”
The operation, spearheaded by DSP Jagtap and SI Riaz Ali, uncovered that the two children had been sold for Rs 2 lakh in Naharlagun, Arunachal Pradesh. Swift police action ensured the safe rescue of the victims and disrupted the trafficking chain.
Investigators discovered that the trafficking network had established strong roots in the tea garden areas of upper Assam, using these communities as a base for their illicit activities. The arrests and rescues mark a significant step in dismantling the nexus and safeguarding vulnerable populations in the region.
Tinsukia Police have vowed to continue their investigation to uncover additional links and prevent future trafficking operations. Their swift and decisive action has been widely praised for ensuring justice for the victims and addressing a critical issue in the region.