Ganderbal, May 29: Continuing its sustained drive against drug menace under NashaMuktJammuKashmir, Ganderbal Police apprehended a drug peddler and recovered contraband substance from his possession in the jurisdiction of Police Post Nagbal.

A snap naka was established by Police Post Nagbal at Dignibal near the Old Water Supply Scheme, Bakura. During naka checking, one suspicious person attempted to flee after noticing the police party. Acting swiftly, the naka party apprehended him on the spot.

The accused has been identified as; Abrar Ahmad Parray S/O Mohd Ismail Parray R/O Nagbal Ganderbal.

During his personal search, bhung patri powder (ganja-like substance) was recovered from his possession. Accordingly, a case under relevant sections of the NDPS Act has been registered at Police Station Ganderbal and further investigation has been taken up.

Ganderbal Police remains committed towards eradicating the menace of drugs from society and seeks continued cooperation from the general public in this endeavour.