Rawalakot ( The Azadi Times) – In a significant operation against drug trafficking, Poonch police successfully arrested a notorious drug dealer and his accomplice, recovering 14 kilograms of hashish. This operation highlights the department’s commitment to combating the drug menace in the region.
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According to police reports, Usman, son of Ism Dad and a resident of Chamiyati, Dheerkot, was apprehended during a targeted raid. The accused had modified a Suzuki Carry vehicle with concealed compartments to smuggle drugs. Acting on intelligence gathered during the arrest, law enforcement officers also detained Sadaqat, son of Sharafat, from Chamiyati in the Bagh district.
The operation was led by DSP Sardar Tariq Mehmood and carried out by a specialized team including Sub-Inspector Muhammad Idrees (CIA Incharge), ASI Muhammad Arbab, and constables Abdul Waheed, Muhammad Zahid, and Sajid. The team recovered 12 kilograms of hashish in 10 sealed packets from the hidden compartments of the vehicle. The vehicle was seized, and further investigations led to the recovery of additional drugs.
This arrest is part of a larger campaign against drug dealers in the region. Over the past 15-20 days, Poonch police have conducted multiple successful operations, seizing large quantities of hashish and crystal meth (ice). SSP Poonch reiterated the department’s “zero tolerance” policy towards narcotics and assured the public that these efforts will continue until the region is free of drug trafficking networks.
Local residents have praised the police for their relentless efforts and proactive approach in combating drug-related crimes. This operation marks another milestone in the fight against drugs in the region.
