 Early Times Report
ANANTNAG, Nov 12: Continuing its sustained drive against the menace of drugs, Anantnag Police have arrested three drug peddlers and recovered a substantial quantity of contraband substances in two separate actions carried out by Police Stations Uttrasoo and Dooru.
During naka checking near Methmoo Crossing, a police party from Police Station Uttrasoo intercepted a person carrying a nylon sack who, on seeing the police party, tried to flee from the spot. The alert police personnel acted swiftly and apprehended him tactfully. The individual was identified as Dilpazeer Khan @ Gojjar Bama, son of Farooq Ahmad, resident of Sanglan Uttrasoo. Upon checking the nylon sack, Bhang Bhoosa (grinded cannabis) weighing 3.140 kilograms was recovered from his possession. In this connection, Case FIR No. 64/2025 under Section 8/20 of the NDPS Act has been registered at Police Station Uttrasoo, and investigation has been initiated.
In another action, a police party from Police Station Dooru, during routine naka checking, intercepted two suspects. On their personal search, 750 grams of a ganja-like substance wrapped in nylon and 410 grams of poppy straw were recovered. The accused were identified as Sharoof Ahmad Wagay, son of Ghulam Mohammad, resident of Guchan, and Mohd Yaseen Shah, son of Ghulam Nabi, resident of Tamboripora. Accordingly, Case FIR No. 108/2025 under Sections 8/15, 8/20, and 8/29 of the NDPS Act has been registered at Police Station Dooru, and investigation is in progress.
Anantnag Police reiterate their commitment to continue the fight against the drug menace to safeguard the youth and society from the harmful effects of narcotics. The general public is urged to cooperate with the police by sharing information regarding drug peddling or any other anti-social activities. The identity of informers shall be kept strictly confidential. |
