On 18/08/2025 During routine patrolling and naka checking at Batergam near the Radio Station, a Police team from Police Station Kupwara intercepted a suspicious vehicle (Hyundai i10 Sports, registration number JK15A-6188) moving from Batergam towards Kupwara. The driver attempted to flee but was tactfully apprehended by the alert police personnel.
On spot verification, the driver was identified as Afaq Mohiuddin Bhat S/O Gh. Mohiuddin Bhat, resident of Aloosa Bandipore, while the lady accompanying him disclosed her identity as Muneeba Begum W/O Mehrajudin Bhat, resident of Aloosa Bandipore.
During checking, police recovered heroin-like substance from the possession of the lady passenger.
In this connection, FIR No. 261/2025 under relevant provisions of law has been registered at Police Station Kupwara and further investigation has been initiated.
Kupwara Police remains committed to its drive against the menace of drugs and appeals to the general public for cooperation.
