Police in Jammu and Kashmir’s Budgam district announced the arrest of three drug peddlers in separate operations, leading to the recovery of 4 kg of charas. In the first operation at Batpora Crossing, a suspect carrying a nylon bag attempted to flee but was caught by the police. Around 2 kg and 100 grams of charas-like substance were found in his possession.
The arrested individual was identified as Rouf Ahmed Hajam, residing in Batpora, Kanihama. An FIR has been filed under the NDPS Act at Police Station Magam, with investigations ongoing. In another operation at Bonizanigam village, two individuals, Irfan Ahmad Mir and Owais Ahmad Bhat, were apprehended by the police for carrying a suspicious nylon bag and trying to escape. Police found around 2 kg and 185 grams of charas-like substance in their possession.
A case under the NDPS Act has been registered at Police Station Beerwah, and investigations have commenced. Authorities in Jammu and Kashmir have intensified efforts against drug smugglers, peddlers, and individuals involved in unlawful activities like Hawala money rackets. These actions are crucial in curbing the flow of funds that may be supporting terrorism in the region.
