2 arrested for illegal drug activities in Bandipora, charas seized

In a crackdown on illegal drug activities, the Bandipora Police arrested two individuals suspected of peddling drugs in the Palpora Sumlar area. The police also recovered the contraband substance Charas from their possession.

Bandipora Police arrested two drug peddlers at Palpora Sumlar and recovered contraband substance Charas from their possession.Cognizance taken under NDPS Act in PS Bandipora. @JmuKmrPolice @KashmirPolice @DIGBaramulla pic.twitter.com/hPLBdLOvig

— District Police,Bandipora (@bandiporapolice) February 25, 2024

Acting on specific intelligence regarding the movement of drug peddlers, a police team initiated a search operation in the Palpora Sumlar area. During the operation, a thorough search of the suspects revealed that they were carrying Charas, a narcotic substance.

The recovered contraband was seized by the police, and both individuals were taken into custody.

A case has been registered against the arrested individuals under the relevant sections of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act at the Bandipora Police Station. Further investigation into the case is currently underway.