Continuing its efforts to eradicate the menace of drugs from the society, Police have arrested drug peddler in Baramulla and recovered contraband substances from his possession.
A police party headed by SHO Police Station Uri during naka checking established at Laghama Uri intercepted one person namely Manzoor Ahmad Janjua son of Akbar Din Janjua resident of Machikrund. During search, officer were able to recover 36 grams of Charas like substance from his possession. He has been arrested and shifted to police station Uri where he remains in custody.
Accordingly, case under relevant sections of law have been registered at police station Uri and investigation have been initiated.
We urge the common masses that if you witness drug peddling or any other crime anywhere near you, feel free to contact nearest police establishment or dial 112. People are requested to cooperate with police in curbing the menace of drugs from the society. We reassure the community members that police will act tough against the criminals as per law.