KATRA, January 17: Reasi Police arrested a drug peddler and recovered a heroin-like substance during a late-night operation at Panthal Naka under Police Post Kakryal, continuing their aggressive crackdown on narcotics smuggling in the pilgrimage belt.
At around 8:30 PM, a police team intercepted a suspicious individual during routine naka checking, leading to the recovery of the contraband. The swift action underscores intensified patrolling ahead of Republic Day and the ongoing Vaishno Devi Yatra season.
A case has been registered under relevant NDPS Act sections, with investigations underway to dismantle local supply chains. This follows recent multi-arrest operations in the district, including a heroin module bust recovering 22 grams involving four peddlers.
Police urged citizens to report suspicious activities, emphasizing zero tolerance for drug trade near religious sites.
