Police Arrest Two Drug Peddlers in Handwara, Seize Contraband

Handwara : In a continued effort to combat the drug menace, Handwara Police arrested two drug peddlers and recovered a contraband substance from their possession.

Acting on specific inputs, a police team from Vilgam Police Station set up a checkpoint at Lilam Crossing. During routine checks, two individuals, identified as Ayaz Ahmad Bhat (son of Kamal Din Bhat, resident of Harduna) and Nisar Ahmad Lone (son of Fayaz Ahmad Lone, resident of Hadipra Watergam), attempted to evade the checkpoint suspiciously. However, they were swiftly intercepted by the police.

Upon searching them, authorities recovered 140 grams of charas-like substances. The accused were immediately taken into custody and shifted to Vilgam Police Station for further investigation. A case under relevant legal provisions has been registered, and inquiries are underway.

Handwara Police urge citizens to remain vigilant and report any instances of drug peddling or criminal activity by reaching out to the nearest police unit or dialing 112. Law enforcement remains committed to eradicating the drug menace and ensuring a safer society for future generations.