Srinagar, Jan 8 :
In a significant breakthrough, Srinagar Police dismantled a cross-border drug trafficking network, seizing 8 kilograms of heroin valued at Rs 30-32 crore in the international market, and arresting two key operatives.
Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Srinagar, Imtiyaz Hussain Mir, revealed that initial investigations confirmed the narcotics were smuggled from Pakistan as part of a cross-border trafficking syndicate.
The SSP detailed the operation, saying that a team from Police Post Qamarwari intercepted a vehicle at Barthana Crossing during a routine checkpoint.
“A thorough search of the vehicle led to the recovery of 6 kilograms of heroin concealed beneath the driver’s seat. Additionally, 2 kilograms of the substance were found on the suspects, each carrying 1 kilogram hidden in polythene bags,” he said.
The arrested individuals were identified as Anas Ajaz Awan of Dildar Tangdar, Kupwara, and Zahid Ahmad Sheikh of Channipora, Tangdar, Kupwara.
A case has been registered at Police Station Parimpora under Sections 8/21 and 29 of the NDPS Act.
SSP Hussian said investigations are ongoing to trace the syndicate’s backward and forward linkages and identify others involved in this illegal trade.
He assured the public that law enforcement is determined to bring those involved in drug trafficking to justice. ”
“We are unwavering in our efforts and will ensure that anyone dealing in narcotics faces the full force of the law,” he warned.
