Ashrafuddin Pirzada
LANDIKOTAL: In a significant breakthrough in the ongoing anti-narcotics campaign, the Landikotal police have thwarted a major attempt to smuggle a large quantity of crystal meth (Ice) at the Ziaray checkpoint in Landikotal of District Khyber, police officials reported on Thursday.
Starion House Officer Adnan Afridi told the media that acting on a tip-off, police recovered 48 kilograms of Ice hidden in secret compartments of a suspicious vehicle during a special blockade at Ziaray police check post. The seized drugs are estimated to be worth millions of rupees.
Adnan Afridi said the crackdown against drug traffickers and dealers is being carried out under the supervision of District Police Officer (DPO) Rai Mazhar Iqbal across the Khyber district.
He said after receiving secret information, a team led by Ziaray post in-charge Bahar Gul and other police officials intercepted a suspected car during a special checking operation.
Upon searching the vehicle, police seized 48 kilograms of crystal meth concealed in hidden compartments of the vehicle. The two accused, identified as Maghaz son of Hayat Wali and Hayat Wali son of Asghar Khan, both residents of Bazaar Zakhakhel, were arrested on the spot.
A case has been registered against them, and they have been shifted to police custody for further investigation to uncover possible links to broader smuggling networks and facilitators.
DPO Rai Mazhar Iqbal hailed the operation as the biggest anti-narcotics success in the history of Khyber and appreciated the performance of SHO Adnan Afridi and his entire team. He also announced commendation certificates and cash rewards for the officers involved in the operation.
DPO said the successful bust was a result of the professionalism, dedication and tireless efforts of the police force.He said anti-narcotics operations would continue without interruption and the police remain vigilant and determined to rid Khyber of drug-related crimes.
