Srinagar, May 20: In its relentless crackdown against illicit drug trafficking network, Srinagar Police on Tuesday said to have arrested a notorious drug peddler and recovered contraband substances from his possession.
A Police team of Police Station Shaltang at a checkpoint established at Ranbirgarh, arrested a notorious drug peddler identified as Zubair Ahmed Sheikh son of Gulzar Ahmed Sheikh resident of Lawaypora, a police spokesman said.
During the search, a substantial quantity of heroine-like substance was recovered from his possession.
Accordingly, police said a case vide FIR No. 39/2025 under NDPS Act has been registered at Police Station Shaltang and investigation has been initiated.
“J&K Police remains committed to its zero-tolerance policy against drug trafficking and urges the general public to come forward with any information related to drug abuse or peddling in their areas. Together, we can build a safer and drug-free society,” the statement added.
