Ganderbal 9 November (KNB): Police in Ganderbal has arrested a bootlegger and recovered 75 bottles of illicit liquor from his possession.
Officials stated that at a checkpoint established by police at Shuhama crossing, a person riding on a Scooty bearing registration No. JK-01AB-7833 was intercepted. And during the search, officers were able to recovered 75 bottles of illicit liquor from his possession.
Officials said that the person identified as Ali Gulzar Bhat resident of Alamgari Bazar Hawaw, has been arrested and shifted to police station where he remains in custody.
Adding that the vehicle used in the commission of crime has also been seized and a case FIR No. 228/2020 under relevant sections of law has been registered in Police Station Ganderbal and further investigation has been initiated.
Locals have lauded the efforts of Police and appealed to continue such drives in future as well.
Officials said that they have resolved to act tough against inimical elements and
Community members are requested to come forward with any information regarding anti social elements in their neighbourhood. Persons found indulging in anti social activities will be dealt as per law. (KNB)