Authorities Seize Crore-Worth Properties Linked to Alleged Drug Trafficker

Authorities in Jammu and Kashmir have seized two properties worth over Rs 1 crore linked to Suhail Ahmad Mir, an alleged drug peddler. The investigation reveals illicit narcotics proceeds funded the properties' construction by Mir's family over the past three to four years, exceeding their lawful income.

Authorities in Srinagar district, Jammu and Kashmir, have confiscated two properties worth over Rs 1 crore allegedly linked to Suhail Ahmad Mir, an accused drug peddler. The confiscations, including a double-storey and a single-storey house, were executed under Qamarwari Police Post's jurisdiction, linked to a case under the NDPS Act, officials reported.

Investigations disclosed that Mir's father and grandfather raised these properties in the last three to four years. However, inquiries into revenue records and field verifications indicated that the properties were acquired and developed mainly through funds linked to narcotic trafficking.

The annual known income of Mir's family was found insufficient to justify these developments, suggesting the influx of unexplained funds. Authorities have inferred a direct connection between the financial surges in the family's property acquisitions and Mir's alleged involvement in the illicit drug trade.

(With inputs from agencies.)