Continuing its sustained drive against the drug menace, Anantnag Police on Thursday achieved major success in multiple operations carried out across the district, leading to the registration of five cases, arrest of six drug peddlers, and recovery of a significant quantity of contraband substances.
A Police spokesperson said that acting on specific information, a police party from Police Station Srigufwara conducted a raid at the residence of Nisar Ahmad Nadaf, resident of Dachigam Srigufwara, and recovered approximately 2 kilograms of charas-like substance. A case under relevant provisions of law has been registered.
During naka checking at Shakras, Srigufwara police arrested Adil Ahmad Mochi, son of Mohammad Ramzan, resident of Badroo, and recovered approximately 2 kilograms of charas-like substance from his possession. A case has been registered accordingly.
Similarly, at Pethnoo Crossing, Srigufwara police apprehended Aqib Ramzan Rather, resident of Chatrasoo, and recovered approximately 2 kilograms of charas-like substance. Legal proceedings have been initiated.
In another operation, a police party from Police Post General Bus Stand intercepted a passenger auto (Reg. No. JK03Q-4950) at Iqbal Market near Mill Mod. The driver and a passenger identified as Javeed Ahmad Dandroo, resident of Pandithpora Anchidoora, and Majid Akram Malik, resident of New Qazibagh Anantnag, were arrested. Approximately 12 grams of heroin was recovered from their possession. A case under relevant sections of the NDPS Act has been registered at Police Station Anantnag.
In a separate action, a police party from Police Post Sangam apprehended one individual identified as Sabzar Ahmad Rather, son of Habibullah Rather, resident of Waghama Rather Mohalla, at K.V Pora Marhama while he was moving towards NH-44. During checking, approximately 7.854 kilograms of Charas-like substance was recovered from the bag in his possession. Accordingly, a case has been registered and further investigation is underway.
Anantnag Police reiterates its firm commitment to eradicating the drug menace from society and urges the general public to cooperate by sharing information regarding drug peddling and related activities. Strict action will continue against those involved in narcotics trafficking to safeguard the youth and ensure a drug-free environment.
