Police arrested drug peddler in Baramulla; Contraband substance recovered

Baramulla, August 12:Continuing its efforts to eradicate the menace of drugs from the society, Police have arrested drug peddler in Baramulla and recovered contraband substance from his possession. A Police party of Police Station Bijhama headed by SHO PS Bijhama at a checkpoint established at Noorkhah Crossing, intercepted one person who was identified as Danish Javid son of Javid Ahmad resident of Jabdar Bijhama. During search 30 grams of contraband charas like substances was recovered from his possession. He has been arrested and shifted to PS Bijhama where he remained in custody.Accordingly, a case under relevant sections of law have been registered at Police Station Bijhama and investigation has been initiated.We urge the common masses that if you witness drug peddling or any other crime anywhere near you, feel free to contact nearest police establishment or dial 112. People are requested to cooperate with police in curbing the menace of drugs from the society. We reassure the community members that police will act tough against the criminals as per law.