Reasi police nab bootlegger with 38 bottles of illicit liquor; FIR lodged

Reasi Police, in their ongoing effort to curb drug abuse and illicit liquor trade, apprehended a man and seized illegal liquor from his possession.

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Manohar Lal, a resident of Seen Brahmana, Udhampur, was caught during a surprise check at Sool area by a police party from Kakryal Police Post. The officers found 38 bottles of JK Special Desi Whisky (250 ml each) on his scooty (JK14J 2594).

A case under Section 48(a) of the Excise Act has been registered at Katra Police Station. The investigation is ongoing.

Sharing the details, SSP Reasi Mohita Sharma (IPS) emphasized the Reasi Police’s commitment to eradicating drug abuse and illegal liquor smuggling.

She urged public cooperation in this fight. People can share information regarding such activities on the district police anti-drug helpline number 9070907017, and their identities will be kept confidential.