October 08: Continuing its efforts to eradicate the menace of drugs from the society, Police in Baramulla have arrested a drug peddler and recovered contraband substance from his possession.
A police Party of Police Station Pattan at a checkpoint established at Hanjiwera Bridge intercepted a suspicious person, who tried to flee from the spot but was apprehended tactfully. During his personal search, a yellow-coloured polythene bag containing charas-like substance in stick form weighing approximately 40 grams was recovered from his possession. He was identified as Momin Ahmad Dar, son of Shahmeem Ahmad Dar, resident of Rambail Gad, Shaltang, Srinagar.
Accordingly, a Case vide FIR No. 205/2025 under relevant sections of las has been registered at Police Station Pattan and investigation has been taken up.
We urge the common masses that if you witness drug peddling or any other crime anywhere near you, feel free to contact nearest police establishment or dial 112. People are requested to cooperate with police in curbing the menace of drugs from the society.
