Islamabad Police Arrest Four Drug Peddlers Near Schools

In a significant crackdown on drug trafficking, Islamabad Police recently arrested four alleged drug peddlers near educational institutions in Shalimar, recovering a substantial amount of crystal meth, commonly referred to as 'ice'. This operation is part of a broader initiative aimed at safeguarding students from drug abuse. An official from the police stated, "Authorities recovered a large quantity of crystal meth from their possession," highlighting the proactive measures being taken to combat narcotics around schools and universities (ProPakistani, February 28, 2026). The arrested individuals, identified as Waqar Ahmed, Muhammad Asghar, Rehman Hassan, and Khurram Shahzad, are now under investigation to trace their supply chains and connections to larger drug networks.