Kupwara Police Arrest two Drug Peddlers, seize Contraband Substances

Kupwara Police Arrest two Drug Peddlers, seize Contraband Substances

Kupwara Police Arrest two Drug Peddlers, seize Contraband Substances

Key Highlights:

• Kupwara police arrest two individuals with 60 grams of charas.
• Case registered under FIR No. 67/2024; investigation underway.
• Public urged to report drug-related activities by dialing 112.

In a continued effort to curb the spread of drugs within the community, the police in Kupwara have apprehended two drug peddlers and seized a significant quantity of contraband substances.

The arrests took place during a routine checkpoint established by a police team from Police Station (PS) Lalpora, as part of their ongoing anti-drug operations.

The two suspects, identified as Bashir Ahmad Sheikh, a resident of Batpora Magam Handwara, and Tahir Ahmad Sheikh from Tujer Sharief Sopore, were intercepted while traveling from Diver towards Lalpora. Upon searching them, the officers recovered 60 grams of charas in their possession.

A police spokesperson confirmed that a case has been formally registered at PS Lalpora under FIR No. 67/2024, and an investigation has been launched to uncover further details regarding the individuals and their involvement in drug trafficking.

The police are urging members of the public to come forward with any information related to drug-related activities or other anti-social behavior.

Citizens can anonymously report such incidents by dialing the emergency helpline 112. Authorities believe that public cooperation is essential in their fight to rid the region of drug peddling and related crimes.

The Kupwara police remain steadfast in their mission to eliminate the growing threat of drugs, reiterating their commitment to safeguarding society from the dangers posed by drug abuse and trafficking. The recent arrests serve as a reminder of their vigilance in maintaining law and order in the region.

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