Police arrests drug peddler in Kulgam

Srinagar, Aug 24: Police have arrested a drug peddler in Kulgam and recovered contraband substance from his possession.
A police party led by SHO PS Devsar at a specific checkpoint established at Malwan Crossing (near under construction police post) intercepted a person who after noticing police party tried to flee from the spot but was apprehended tactfully. During search, 8.05Kgs of Poppy Straw like contraband substance concealed in a nylon bag was recovered from his possession. He has been identified as Manzoor Ahmad Allie son of Abdul Gani Allie resident of Malwan. He has been arrested and shifted to police station where he remains in custody.
In this regard, a case vide FIR No. 72/2023 under relevant sections of law has been registered in Police Station Devsar and further investigation has been taken up.