the menace of drugs from the society, police have arrested a drug peddler in Kupwara and recovered contraband substance from his possession.
A Spokesperson said that police party from Police Station Trehgam at a checkpoint established near Shumnag, intercepted a suspicious person who tried to flee from the spot but was apprehended tactfully. During search, substantial amount of charas-like substance was recovered from his possession. He has been identified as Faisal Ahmad Parray son of Wali Mohammad Parray resident of Trehgam, Kupwara.
In this regard, a case vide FIR No. 24/2025 under relevant sections of law has been registered at Police Station Trehgam and further investigation has been taken up to ascertain the source and network behind the illegal substance.
J&K Police remains committed to continue its crackdown against drug peddling and urges the general public to cooperate and share any information related to drug trafficking for a drug-free society.