In a case that reads like a Bollywood thriller, Ganderbal Police have unravelled a chilling conspiracy involving jealousy, betrayal and calculated revenge that allegedly nearly destroyed the life of an innocent man. What began as the interception of a suspicious courier package has turned into a sensational investigation into an alleged attempt by an ex-lover to eliminate his former girlfriend’s husband by framing him as a drug peddler.
What Happened
During questioning by police, the woman reportedly revealed that she was still in contact with her ex-boyfriend. The incident unfolded in Ganderbal district of central Kashmir when police, already on high alert amid the intense campaign against narcotics across Jammu and Kashmir, intercepted a courier consignment sent through India Post from Uttar Pradesh. Trusting the caller, the unsuspecting trader prepared to receive what he believed was a business-related consignment. Police suspect the package was instead part of a plan intended to portray him as a drug peddler and send him to prison for years. As the investigation progressed, police began looking into Faisal’s personal life and uncovered what they suspect was the motive behind the alleged conspiracy. Police subsequently took former lover Tariq Ahmad Sofi, a resident of Zainakot in Srinagar, into custody. Tariq, who is already married and has three children, is accused of masterminding the alleged conspiracy. By planting a large narcotics consignment in Faisal’s name, he allegedly hoped that the young husband would be arrested, disgraced and removed from the picture.
Tariq has confessed to his role, according to police sources.
People Involved
Inside the package, officers allegedly found 4 kilograms of cocaine powder and four packets of pure chars.
