Police arrested drug peddler in Baramulla; Contraband substances recovered
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Srinagar, April 16 (RNA) : Continuing its efforts to eradicate the menace of drugs from the society, Police have arrested drug peddler in Baramulla and recovered contraband substances from his possession.
A police party of Police Station Kreeri headed by SHO PS Kreeri at a checkpoint established at Guage Crossing Kreeri, intercepted one person. During search, 50 grams of contraband Charas like substances was recovered from his possession. He was later identified as Ishtiyaq Ahmad Wani @ Jana son of Gh Mohd resident of Waripora Bala. He has been arrested and shifted to PS Kreeri were he remained in custody.
Accordingly, case under relevant sections of law have been registered at police Station Kreeri and investigations have 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.