Jammu and Kashmir Police have apprehended a suspected drug peddler in Baramulla, recovering 12.5 grams of a heroin-like substance.
The arrest took place when a police team from Police Station Kunzer, led by the SHO, set up a checkpoint at Utikoo near Bangil Public Education Institute. Officers intercepted Naseer Ahmad Sheikh, son of Habibullah Sheikh, a resident of Par Mohallah, Pattan. A subsequent search led to the discovery of the contraband.
Sheikh has been taken into custody at the police station. A case has been registered under FIR No. 73/2025 at Police Station Kunzer, and an investigation is underway.
Police encourage the public to report any drug peddling or criminal activities by contacting their nearest police station or dialing 112.
