Police in Rishikesh detained a suspected drug trafficker during a patrol on Haridwar Bypass road on Tuesday night. The action took place near the ARTO office, where officers stopped a youth they considered suspicious.

A search reportedly recovered about 21 grams of smack from the suspect. Police identified him as Khurram, son of Inam, a resident of Sheikhpura Qadim in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh.

Investigation into 2 other people

Sub-inspector Devendra Panwar said the suspect mentioned 2 people during questioning. Police are investigating whether the 2 had any involvement in the alleged drug-related activity.

The available information does not establish the role of either person. Their involvement remains subject to the ongoing police investigation.

Case and court custody

Police registered a case against Khurram under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act. Following his court appearance, the court sent him to judicial custody in jail.

The recovery and arrest are allegations recorded in the police case. The court’s decision to place the accused in judicial custody does not determine guilt.

Conclusion

Police have registered an NDPS Act case after allegedly recovering about 21 grams of smack from Khurram near the ARTO office on Haridwar Bypass road. The investigation into 2 other people named during questioning is continuing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Where was the suspect detained?

Police detained him near the ARTO office on Haridwar Bypass road in Rishikesh.

Q. What did police allegedly recover?

Police said a search recovered about 21 grams of smack.

Q. Who is the accused?

Police identified him as Khurram, son of Inam, from Sheikhpura Qadim in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh.

Q. Which law was used to register the case?

Police registered the case under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act.

Q. What happened after the court appearance?

The court sent the accused to judicial custody in jail.

Q. Are 2 other people being investigated?

Yes. Police said the accused mentioned 2 people during questioning and their alleged involvement is being examined.