July 26: Police in Anantnag have arrested two drug peddlers and recovered a substantial quantity of contraband substances in separate operations conducted in Bijbehara and Sangam areas.
A Police party from Police Station Bijbehara, at a checkpoint established near Dupatyar Crossing, intercepted a suspicious individual identified as Mohd Yousuf Mir son of Gh Ahmad Mir resident of Dupatyar. During search, 01 Kg of Charas powder was recovered from his possession.
In a separate operation, a police team from Police Post Sangam at a checkpoint established at Nati Pora Sangam Bund arrested a drug peddler identified as Manzoor Ahmad Dar son of Wali Mohammad Dar resident of Nati Pora Sangam. During search, 1.290 Kgs of charas-like substance was recovered from his possession.
Regarding the incidents, cases under relevant sections of law have been registered and investigation has been initiated.
J&K Police remains steadfast in its commitment to eliminate the scourge of drugs from society. We appeal to the general public to extend their cooperation by sharing any information related to drug trafficking. The identity of informants will be kept strictly confidential.
