Police arrested drug peddler in Baramulla; Contraband substances recovered
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Srinagar, April 17 (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 Sherri headed by SHO PS Sheeri at a checkpoint established at Sheeri NHW near Eco Park, intercepted one person. During search, 10 grams of contraband Heroin like substances was recovered from his possession. He was later identified as Adil Nazir Sofi son of Nazir Ahmad resident of Bagna Salamabad A/P PWD Colony Kanthbagh Baramulla. He has been arrested and shifted to PS Sheeri were he remained in custody.
Accordingly, case under relevant sections of law have been registered at police Station Sheeri 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.