Police arrest 3 drug peddlers in Tangmarg, Baramulla; seize 130g contraband, 1.3 lakhs cash

In a move aimed at curbing the drug menace in the region, Tangmarg police apprehended three suspected drug peddlers during a routine checkpoint established at Devdragar.

Police arrests 3 drug peddlers in Devdrager Tangmarg; 130 grams of Contraband Charas like substances & cash 1.3 lacs recovered from their possession.@JmuKmrPolice @KashmirPolice @DIGBaramulla @DCBaramulla @Amod_India pic.twitter.com/UiS48KXoDK

— Baramulla Police (بارہمولہ پولیس) (@BaramullaPolice) April 24, 2024

The operation resulted in the seizure of 130 grams of contraband, suspected to be Charas and a considerable sum of cash amounting to 1.3 lakhs.

The police have registered cases against the accused under relevant sections of the law, and an investigation is underway.