Police Crack Down on Drug Traffickers in Kupwara, Arrest One with Over a Kilogram of Charas

Kupwara, October 28 (Daily Kiran) : Kupwara police have intensified their efforts against drug trafficking, achieving a significant breakthrough by arresting a suspect and seizing over a kilogram of charas. The operation took place in the Devar area, where a patrol team from Lalpora police station stopped a suspicious individual for a search.

During the search, officers discovered approximately 1,015 grams of a substance resembling charas. The arrested individual has been identified as Abdul Majid Khan, a resident of Naik Mohalla in Devar and the son of Mohammad Shafi Khan. He was taken into custody on the spot, and the narcotics were confiscated.

An FIR has been filed at Lalpora police station under the relevant sections of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. Authorities are currently investigating the case to determine the source of the drugs and the intended distribution network, as well as any potential accomplices involved.

Kupwara police have adopted a zero-tolerance policy towards drug trafficking in the district. They are fully committed to eradicating the drug problem and protecting youth from its harmful effects. This initiative will continue as part of their ongoing campaign.

Given its proximity to borders, Kupwara faces significant challenges related to drug trafficking. Police have stepped up patrols and checkpoints to combat these issues. In recent months, they have successfully seized large quantities of narcotics in similar operations.

Authorities are also urging the public to assist in creating a drug-free society by cooperating with law enforcement agencies. Anyone who witnesses drug trafficking or sales in their vicinity is encouraged to report it to the police, with assurances that the informant’s identity will remain confidential.