Police in Assam’s Sribhumi district have seized 15 gold biscuits weighing around 760 grams after allegedly finding them concealed in a specially designed compartment inside a pair of shoes during a search operation in Patharkandi.
One person, identified as Aslam Sheikh Imtiyaz from Maharashtra, has been arrested in connection with the seizure.
According to police sources, Patharkandi Police launched the operation after receiving information about the suspected transportation of gold in a passenger Sumo vehicle travelling from Aizawl. Acting on the tip-off, personnel intercepted the vehicle and detained the suspect after noticing his suspicious movements.
During the subsequent search, police examined the man’s footwear and allegedly discovered 15 gold biscuits hidden inside a secret compartment specially constructed within the shoes.
The seized gold weighs approximately 760 grams and is estimated to be worth around Rs 1.06 crore, police said.
The gold has been taken into custody, while the arrested suspect is being questioned to establish the source and intended destination of the consignment.
Investigators are also examining whether the seizure is connected to a wider inter-state or cross-border gold smuggling network and are working to identify other individuals who may be involved.
