SRINAGAR: Continuing its efforts to eradicate the menace of drugs from the society, J&K Police recovered substantial quantity of contraband substance from a residential house in BonagundVerinag besides, arrested the accused person involved in the commission of crime.
Police Post Verinag received credible information that one individual, Mukhtar Ahmad Haji son of Gh. Rasool Haji resident of BonagundVerinag, had concealed cannabis-like substance in a tin shed near his residence. Accordingly, a case FIR No. 110/2025 under Sections 8/20 of the NDPS Act was registered at Police Station Dooru, and investigation was taken up, police said in a statement.
During the course of investigation, a police team accompanied by the Executive Magistrate Dooru, Lambardar, and the concerned Chowkidar conducted a thorough search of the suspected tin shed. During the search, Joint team recovered one nylon bag containing cannabis leaves with seeds and top-like material, in a half-dried and half-crushed form, weighing about 5 kg 180 grams. The seized substance was properly sealed on the spot in presence of the Executive Magistrate. The accused has been arrested, and further investigation is underway to identify other individuals involved and to dismantle the supply chain.
This successful operation underscores the commitment of J&K Police to eradicate the menace of drugs and ensuring a safer, drug-free society. The public is once again urged to extend cooperation by sharing any information related to narcotics or other unlawful activities.