Accused sentenced to 5 years RI
Ganderbal, January 21: In a significant achievement in its sustained fight against drug menace, Police in Ganderbal Wednesday said to have secured conviction in an NDPS case, reinforcing its commitment towards a drug-free society.
The Sessions Court Ganderbal, after appreciating the meticulous investigation and strong prosecution put forth by the police, convicted accused Abdul Gani Sheikh son of Abdul Ahad Sheikh resident of Wanihama-Bala Nagbal, Ganderbal, in case FIR No.230/2017, under section 8/20 of the NDPS Act of PS Ganderbal, a police spokesman said.
“The Court sentenced the convicted accused to 05 years of rigorous imprisonment along with a fine of Rs.25,000 underscoring the seriousness of offences related to narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances. This conviction is the result of professional investigation, effective supervision, and coordinated efforts by the J&K Police, which ensured collection of credible evidence and its successful presentation before the court. The case was meticulously prosecuted by PP Shafat Ahmad and the arguments were put up by PP Syed Jahangir Rafeeqi which resulted in the conviction.”
Meanwhile, J&K Police reiterated its resolve to adopt a zero-tolerance policy against drug trafficking and abuse, and appeals to the general public to cooperate by sharing any information related to narcotics, assuring strict action against offenders as per law.
