Special Police Officer Disengaged from Service in J&K Over Narcotics Case
A Special Police Officer (SPO) in Baramulla district, Jammu and Kashmir was disengaged from service following his alleged involvement in a narcotics case. Police intercepted a vehicle on April 23, 2026, during which the SPO and others were found with syringes, needles, and drug paraphernalia, leading to charges under the NDPS Act. The action reflects law enforcement's response to misconduct by a member of the disciplined forces.
Special Police Officer Khalid Nazir Khan from Katipora, Tangmarg in Baramulla district was disengaged from the SPO cadre with immediate effect on June 10, 2026, following his involvement in a narcotics case. During a naka (checkpoint) operation at Wussan Crossing in Kunzer on April 23, 2026, police intercepted a vehicle carrying the SPO and others who were found in a suspicious condition. Officers recovered syringes, needles, and silver foil paper—materials associated with narcotic substance consumption—from the occupants. A case was registered against them under Sections 8, 27, and 29 of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. Police cited the SPO's serious involvement and conduct unbecoming of a disciplined force member as grounds for his immediate disengagement from service.
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Police officer involved in narcotics case ‘disengaged’ from service in J&K’s Baramulla
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