A local court on Monday sentenced an accused to nine years in prison in a drug smuggling case and imposed a fine of Rs100,000RAWALPINDI, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 10th Aug, 2026) A local court on Monday sentenced an accused to nine years in prison in a drug smuggling case and imposed a fine of Rs100,000. According to Rawalpindi Police, New Town Police arrested Shakir in October 2024 after recovering 3. 78 kilograms of hashish from his possession. The court announced the verdict after hearing arguments from the prosecution and defence counsel. Rawalpindi Police said continued efforts were being made to curb drug trafficking and eradicate the menace of narcotics from the city.