In a signifucant event a police Party from Police Post Baazar during a nakka at Geerhachi today apprehended a minor boy(Name withheld) in possession of a heroin-like substance .
During the naka checking, the police party stopped a 16-year-old boy from Khumriyal. Upon checking approximately 10 grams of a heroin-like substance were recovered from his possession.
In this regard Case FIR No. 203/24 under Section 8/21 of the NDPS Act has been registered in Police Station Kupwara. The investigation is currently underway to trace the source and any potential connections involved in the case.
Kupwara Police is committed to curb the menace of drug trafficking and ensuring the safety and well-being of the public in the District. We urge the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to help us in our efforts to keep Kupwara drug-free.