Shopian Police Books Notorious Drug Peddler Under NDPS Act
Associated News Bureau
Police in Shopian booked a notorious drug peddler under Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act (PIT NDPS) after obtaining formal detention orders from the competent authority.
According to the Associated News Bureau, the notorious drug peddler Manzoor Ahmad Reshi son of Ab Rasheed Reshi resident of Wachi Reshi Mohalla Shopian has been booked under PIT-NDPS Act after obtaining formal detention orders from the competent authority, subsequently lodged in Central Jail Kothbalwal Jammu.
The aforementioned drug peddler is a habitual offender, involved in Case FIR No. 08/2023 of Police Station Bijbehara & 36/2023 of Police Station Zainapora. Despite having been bound down under preventive measures repeatedly, Manzoor Reshi persisted with his involvement in illegal drug trafficking, posing a grave threat to the society, especially the youth.
Known for his notoriety as a chronic miscreant and drug peddler, the accused person has been actively engaged in illegal drug trafficking and creating public nuisance. He is a key figure in the narcotics trade, procuring drugs from various sources and selling them at higher prices, primarily targeting the youth of Zainapora.
This decisive action by Police demonstrates its unwavering commitment to combating the drug menace and protecting society. The tenacious efforts of J&K Police will persist against drug peddlers and their illicit network with full might of law to ensure a safer and drug-free environment for the community. (ANB)
