Shots fired in air as ganja smugglers attack police in ASR, four arrested

According to sources, the incident occurred when police were conducting routine vehicle checks in the area. Image for illustration only. | Photo credit: Getty Images

Alluri District Police Sitharama Raju fired two shots in the air after a group of ganja smugglers allegedly tried to attack personnel with stones, while checking vehicles at Meduru village near Ramaraopalem under Annavaram police station limits in the district on Wednesday (June 10, 2026).

According to sources, the incident occurred when police were conducting routine vehicle checks in the area. Suspects who were allegedly transporting ganja from neighboring Odisha were detained during the checks.

When the police tried to stop and check their vehicles, the smugglers allegedly tried to attack the personnel on duty in an attempt to flee, prompting police teams to give chase. To prevent any harm to the officers, the officers resorted to firing two warning shots into the air. Four of the smugglers were caught.

Police are investigating to find out the quantity of ganja transported and the identity of the smugglers. Efforts are being made to trace the source and destination of the contraband.

Published – 10 Jun 2026 14:49 IST