Handwara, Sept. 19 -- In its continuous drive against the menace of drug trafficking, Handwara Police on Friday attached a residential house belonging to a notorious drug peddler in Handwara.

The peddler was identified as Mohd Akbar Malik, son of Mohd Abdullah Malik a resident of Guloora Langate.

The action was taken in connection with Case FIR No. 31/2022 under sections 8/20 of the NDPS Act, registered at Police Station Handwara.

The attached property, identified as proceeds of crime derived from narcotic trade, has been seized under relevant legal provisions, police said.

This decisive step reflects the firm commitment of Handwara Police to decimate drug peddling networks and dismantle their financial gains.

By targeting and attach...