July 20:* “`Continuing its drive against drug dealings in Sopore, Police have arrested a drug peddler and recovered psychotropic substance from his possession.
Officers at a checkpoint established near NHW Hygam Crossing intercepted an individual identified as Altaf Hussain Mir son of Mohammad Yousef Mir resident of Mir Mohalla Hygam. During checking, officers were able to recover psychotropic substance from his possession. He has been arrested and shifted to police station where he remains in custody.
Accordingly, case FIR No. 70/2020 under relevant sections of law stands registered at Police Station Tarzoo and further investigation has been initiated.
Community members are requested to come forward with any information regarding drug peddlers in their neighbourhood. Persons found indulging in drug peddling will be dealt as per law.
Our consistent actions against drug peddlers should reassure the community members that we are making efforts to keep our society free from the scourge of drug menace as reiterated in our community.“`
