3 drug peddlers held in Baramulla
Continuing its efforts to combat the menace of drugs, Baramulla Police have arrested three drug peddlers and recovered contraband substances from their possession, officials said on Wednesday.
A police statement said, “A team from Pattan police station intercepted a vehicle (JK05M-8404) at a checkpoint near the Pattan railway crossing. The vehicle was occupied by three individuals who were identified as, Jhon Mohd Mir, a resident of Nillah Palpora; Mohd Yaqoob Mir, a resident of Nillah Palpora; and Faisal Ahmad Hajam, a resident of Pushwari Anantnag. During the search, 78 gm of contraband charas was recovered from their possession. The accused have been arrested and shifted to Pattan police station for further legal proceedings.”
“Additionally, the vehicle used in the commission of the crime has been seized. A case under relevant sections of the law has been registered and an investigation is underway. We urge the public to report any instances of drug peddling or other criminal activities to the nearest police establishment or dial 112,” the officials said further.
The police have been stressing that the cooperation of the community is vital in eradicating the drug menace. “Baramulla Police reiterate their commitment to taking strict legal action against those involved in criminal activities,” a police statement read.
