KULGAM, OCT 3: Intensifying its action against drug trafficking, Kulgam Police arrested two persons during dynamic naka checking near Chattabal Crossing and recovered heroin and cannabis-like contraband from their possession.
A police team from Police Station Kulgam intercepted a motorcycle bearing registration number JK18C-6041, carrying two persons. During a search, police recovered 0.4 grams of heroin and 3.2 grams of cannabis-like contraband substance from the possession of the pillion rider.
The accused have been identified as Nawaz Ansar, son of Mohd Ansar Khan, resident of Karewa, Kulgam, and Afsar Amin, son of Mohd Amin Teli, resident of Malwan Dangerpora. Both were arrested and shifted to Police Station Kulgam for further investigation.
The motorcycle allegedly used in the commission of the offence was also seized by police.
In connection with the recovery, FIR Number 175/2026 has been registered at Police Station Kulgam under relevant provisions of law, and investigation has been initiated to establish the source and intended destination of the recovered contraband and ascertain whether the accused have links with a wider drug-distribution network.
The action forms part of the ongoing anti-narcotics drive in Kulgam, with police maintaining heightened surveillance and checking measures to disrupt the movement and supply of illegal drugs.
Police have appealed to the public to support the campaign against drug abuse by sharing credible information regarding drug trafficking and related activities with law-enforcement agencies.
