18/12/2024
Continuing its efforts to eradicate the menace of drugs from the society, Srinagar Police has arrested two drug peddlers and recovered contraband substance from their possession.
A police party of Police Station Nowhatta during routine naka checking at Malkha chowk, apprehended an individual under suspicious circumstances. During search, approximately 40 grams of charas-like contraband substance was recovered from his possession. He has been identified as Zubair Ahmad Ahanger son of Amin Ahanger resident of Kathi Darwaza.
Upon his disclosure, another individual namely Bilal Ahmad Sheikh son of Gh. Qadir Sheikh, resident of Tujgari Mohalla, was apprehended near old Malkha Chowk. Upon his personal search, approximately 80 grams of charas was recovered.
Both the accused persons have been arrested. Case FIR No. 56/2024 under relevant sections of NDPS Act has been registered in Police Station Nowhatta and further investigation initiated.
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. We reassure the community members that police will act tough against the criminals as per law.
