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PULWAMA — In a series of coordinated operations, Pulwama Police have achieved significant breakthroughs across multiple fronts, arresting thieves and drug peddlers as well as seizing tippers for illegal mining.

In the first operation, Pulwama Police arrested three individuals involved in a theft case reported by Irshad Ahmad Dar, a resident of Lajoora Pulwama.

The theft, which occurred at an under-construction Sheep Building in Dangerpora Pulwama, led to the registration of FIR No. 163/2024. Following intensive questioning, the suspects—Sheraz Ahmad Bhat of Keller, Mehrooz Mushtaq and Imtiyaz Ahmad Mir of Dangerpora—confessed to the crime.

The stolen water pump was recovered, and the investigation remains ongoing.

In a separate anti-drug operation, Pulwama Police set up a checkpoint at Gangoo Pulwama, resulting in the arrest of two notorious drug peddlers.

The police intercepted a truck driven by Sukhdev Singh of Punjab, recovering 15 kg of poppy straw. Further investigation led to the arrest of Mohammad Yousuf Gadda of Gangoo, who was also found in possession of a substantial quantity of poppy straw.

FIR No. 166/2024 has been registered, and police anticipate further arrests as part of their intensified crackdown on drug trafficking in the area.

Adding to these successful operations, Pulwama Police continued their ongoing drive against illegal mining, seizing two tippers used in the illicit extraction of materials.

The vehicles, bearing registration numbers JK01R-9135 and JK05C-5844, were seized by the Police Post Rahmoo, though the drivers managed to flee the scene. FIR No. 66/2024 has been registered, and efforts are underway to apprehend the culprits.

Meanwhile, the police have urged the people to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities.

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KULGAM — In a continued crackdown on drug peddling, police in Kulgam have seized properties belonging to two notorious drug peddlers.

The properties include a double-storey residential house measuring 1,093.50 square feet and a cowshed measuring 437.25 square feet, both valued at approximately 70 lakhs, owned by Bashir Ahmad Ganie, a resident of Nassu Badragund, Qazigund. Ganie is currently lodged in Central Jail Kot Balwal Jammu under the PIT NDPS Act.

Additionally, a newly constructed two-storey residential house measuring 941.36 square feet, valued at approximately 73 lakhs, was seized from Ghulam Nabi Kuttay, a resident of Kaladrund, Frisal, who is currently in police custody.

The actions were taken under sections 68-E and 68-F(1) of the NDPS Act of 1985, linked to case FIR No. 40/2023 U/S 8/15 NDPS Act of Police Station Qazigund and FIR No. 26/2024 U/S 8/15 NDPS Act of Police Station Yaripora, respectively.

The properties were identified as illegally acquired through the illicit trafficking of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances during investigations conducted by Kulgam Police.

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PULWAMA — In a significant action against drug trafficking, Pulwama Police have made significant strides, culminating in the arrest of four notorious drug peddlers. Acting on directives from SHO Pulwama, a police team from Police Station Pulwama established a strategic checkpoint at Chatripora, Pulwama, leading to a pivotal apprehension.

During the routine checking, Shahid Salam Ganie, son of Abdul Salam Ganie, and resident of Sirnoo, was caught with a contraband substance, sparking a detailed investigation. A case under FIR number 108/2024 was promptly registered at Police Station Pulwama, setting in motion a meticulous inquiry.

Subsequent to Ganie's disclosure and the evidence unearthed during the probe, law enforcement conducted raids across multiple locations. This concerted effort resulted in the confiscation of approximately 80 grams of a heroin-like substance.

As a consequence, three additional suspects were detained. They have been identified as Abrar Farooq, Tariq Ahmad Ganie, and Fayaz Ahmad Wani, residents of Prichoo and Chandgam respectively.

The investigation continues, with authorities anticipating further recoveries and arrests as they intensify efforts to stem the tide of drug trafficking in the area.

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