In a significant operation in Srinagar, police arrested five drug peddlers, including a Special Police Officer (SPO), involved in the illegal drug trade. The police found the arrested individuals in possession of a substantial quantity of heroin. The authorities confirmed that the operation is part of their ongoing crackdown on drug trafficking in the region, aiming to curb the increasing drug menace affecting the local population.
This arrest highlights the growing involvement of law enforcement officers in criminal activities, prompting calls for stricter measures and thorough background checks. The police have vowed to continue their efforts to dismantle organized drug networks in the region. The authorities have also promised to maintain transparency and rigor in future investigations to prevent further instances of police complicity in criminal activities.