Narcotics Smuggling: Jammu and Kashmir Court Sentences Two to 20 Years Rigorous Imprisonment

The Court of Additional Sessions Judge in Kupwara (Jammu and Kashmir) recently sentenced of 20 years of rigorous imprisonment, along with a fine of Rs 2.0 lakh for each of the two accused, in a narcotics smuggling case.

The convicted individuals, Syed Ishfaq Shah and Khursheed Ahmad Gojar, both residents of Jabdi Karnah, were apprehended after the discovery of 15 kilograms of brown sugar in their possession, according to the police.

Further investigation conclusively established that the duo had intentions to transport the narcotics consignment from Karnah to Punjab. Moreover, it was proven that both smugglers had obtained the narcotics consignment from across the Line of Control (LOC) through Bashir Ahmad, who is presently settled in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (POJK) and is known to be a cousin of Khursheed Ahmed.

Inspector Wasim Ahmad Badoo, the then SHO of Police Station Karnah, spearheaded the comprehensive investigation of this case. The legal battle was fought by Assistant Public Prosecutor (APP) Dar Rashid on behalf of the State of Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.

The case was expedited and heard on a fast-track basis, with the Pairvi cells, established under the guidance of the Police Headquarters, ensuring the timely presence of witnesses and their testimonies.

According to the police, this significant judgment underscores the unwavering commitment of the criminal justice system to combat narcotics smuggling and uphold the law. The exemplary teamwork exhibited by the investigative agencies and the legal counsel played a pivotal role in bringing these narcotics smugglers to justice, the police added.