AWANTIPORA, OCT 24: Tral Police apprehended two persons and seized approximately 75 grams of a cannabis-like substance during a naka checking operation at Shaldraman Crossing, as part of ongoing efforts to curb drug trafficking in the area.
According to police, a scooty bearing registration number JK13J-8543 was intercepted by a police team led by Station House Officer (SHO) Police Station Tral, Inspector Tajamul Islam, during routine checking at the crossing.
The vehicle was being driven by Suhail Ahmad Ganaie, son of Abdul Majeed Ganaie, a resident of Chewa Ullar, while Adil Ahmad Mir, son of Mohd. Maqbool Mir, a resident of Chankitar, was travelling as the pillion rider. During the search, the police team recovered approximately 75 grams of a substance suspected to be cannabis from their possession.
Both individuals were apprehended, and the scooty allegedly used in the case was seized. Police subsequently registered FIR Number 122/2026 at Police Station Tral under the relevant provisions of law, and further investigation has been initiated to establish the circumstances of the case.
Awantipora Police reiterated its commitment to taking action against drug trafficking and other activities linked to the drug menace. The police also appealed to the public to cooperate with law enforcement agencies and share information about suspected drug-related activities to support efforts to combat substance abuse and protect local communities.
