Three drug peddlers arrested in Srinagar: Contraband substances, cash recovered

Srinagar — J&K Police arrested three drug peddlers in Soura and Rajbagh areas of Srinagar on Wednesday and recovered contraband substances and cash from their possession.

A Police party at a checkpoint established by Soura Police on 90 Feet Road near Treats, intercepted a vehicle (TATA NITER) bearing registration number PB53AM-7939 driven by Surinder Pal Saini son of Joginder Pal Saini resident of Chele Chak, District Gurdaspur, Tehsil Pathankot, Punjab.

During search, 4.92 grams of Heroin and cash amount of ₹ 6,930 (believed to be proceeds of narcotics) were recovered from his possession. Preliminary investigation reveals that the accused is a chronic drug peddler who has been actively involved in selling drugs among the youth of district Srinagar.

In another incident, a Police party of PS Rajbagh during patrolling, intercepted a vehicle (Scorpio) bearing registration number JK01AV-8300 with two persons on board. They have been identified as Riyaz Ahmad Chana son of Late Ab Aziz resident of Haba Kadal and Hamza Khan son of Asif Akhan resident of Rawalpora.

During search, 4 grams of Brown Sugar and a digital Kanda was recovered from their possession. They have been arrested and the vehicle used in the commission of crime has also been seized.

Regarding the incidents, cases under relevant sections of law have been registered at respective police stations and investigation has been initiated.

General public is requested to report any drug-related activity or other crimes to the nearest police station or dial 112.

Cooperation from the community is crucial in the fight against drugs and Police remain committed to taking strong legal action against offenders.