Police arrests notorious drug peddler in Kulgam; Contraband substance recovered
February 14: Continuing its efforts to eradicate the menace of drugs from the society, Police have arrested notorious drug peddler in Kulgam and recovered contraband substance from his possession.
A police party headed by Incharge Police Post Mirbazar during patrolling at Furrah near Railway bridge intercepted a suspicious person who on seeing the Police party tried to flee from the spot, however he was apprehended tactfully by the alert Police party. He has been identified as Ansar Ahmad Mir son of Ghulam Nabi Mir resident of Peath Bugh Dialgam, Anantnag. During search, 05 grams of Heroin like contraband were recovered from his possession. He has been arrested and shifted to Police Station where he remains in custody.
Accordingly, a case vide FIR No. 41/2024 under relevant sections of law has been registered at Police Station Qazigund and investigation has been 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.
