Srinagar, May 5: Continuing its relentless drive against drug trafficking under the ongoing 100 Days Campaign of Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyaan, Srinagar Police has attached immovable property worth approximately ₹1.20 crore belonging to a notorious drug peddler.
A spokesperson said that Police Station Nowhatta, acting under the provisions of Section 68-F of the NDPS Act, attached the immovable property of an accused involved in FIR No. 61/2019 under Sections 8/20 of the NDPS Act.
The attached property includes:
● A fully renovated three-storey residential house
● A separate single-storey concrete kitchen block with three washrooms
● Land measuring 09 marlas.
The property belongs to Nisar Ahmad Sheikh S/o Habibullah Sheikh R/o Kani Dewar, Sheikh Mohallah, Hawal Srinagar.
Investigation has revealed that the said property was acquired through proceeds of illicit drug trafficking. Accordingly, the property has been identified and attached as illegally acquired assets under the relevant provisions of the NDPS Act.
This action reflects the firm commitment of Srinagar Police to dismantle the financial networks of drug traffickers and to curb the menace of narcotics in the society. The Police reiterates its resolve to continue strict action against individuals involved in drug peddling and appeals to the general public to support the ongoing campaign by sharing any information related to drug abuse and trafficking.
