A suspicious drone crash on Manawan-Jandiala Road in Lahore has prompted an active investigation, as authorities suspect the device may have been part of a cross-border smuggling operation.
According to Lahore police, the drone was found crashed on Thursday and immediately secured by law enforcement. Preliminary assessments suggest the device could have been used to transport contraband, most likely narcotics, across the border.
Officials have not disclosed whether the drone was carrying any payload at the time of the crash, but the area where it was discovered is known for its proximity to sensitive border zones, making it a potential corridor for illegal aerial trafficking.
Security agencies are now working to trace the drone’s origin and flight path. Experts will also examine whether it was being remotely piloted or operated autonomously, as both methods have been used in recent smuggling attempts along the India-Pakistan border.
This incident adds to growing concerns about the increasing use of drones for illicit cross-border activities, with authorities across the region stepping up surveillance and counter-drone measures in response.
