J-K Police nab drug peddler in Baramulla, charas-like substance recovered

Srinagar, Feb 21: Jammu and Kashmir Police in Baramulla arrested a drug peddler and recovered contraband substance from his possession.

An official said that a police team at a checkpoint established at Dhobiwan Crossing, intercepted a vehicle (Tavera) bearing registration number JK01BD-2547 driven by Adil Ahmad Dar, son of Ghulam Mohi-ud-din Dar, resident of Hardu Aboora.

During search, approximately 28 grams of a charas-like substance was recovered from his possession. Accordingly, the accused was arrested and the vehicle was seized.

In this regard, a case vide FIR No. 15/2026 under relevant sections of law has been registered at Police Station Kunzer, and further investigation is underway.

J&K Police reiterated its commitment to eradicating the menace of drugs from society and appealed to the public to cooperate and share information regarding drug-related activities.