Category: CRIME

Awantipora, January 16: Police in Awantipora received a written complaint from one person namely Umar Gani Wani son of Ab Gani Wani, resident of Beighpora, stating that on 12-01-2025, unknown thieves barged into his Rice Mill and stole copper wire from the transformer.
Accordingly, a case FIR No. 18/2026 under relevant sections of law was registered at Police Station Awantipora, and investigation was taken up.
During the course of investigation, a police team headed by IC Police Post Reshipora, SI Muneer Ahmad, under the supervision of SHO Police Station Awantipora, Inspector Ajaz Hmad, used modern investigative techniques, including analysis of CCTV footage from multiple locations, which led to the identification of the accused. Identified as Showkat Ahmad Dar son of Mohd Ayoub Dar resident of Bonpora, Panzgam involved in the commission of the crime was accordingly arrested. Further investigation is going on and to ascertain the involvement of the accused in other similar cases.

Pulwama, January 14: In a major blow to drug trafficking networks, police in Pulwama have achieved a significant success by recovering a huge quantity of contraband substance during a well-coordinated operation at village Lelhar.

Acting on specific and reliable information, Police learned that one individual, namely Irshad Ahmad Dar son of Shaban Dar resident of Lelhar, had concealed a huge quantity of contraband substance (Charas) inside his residential house. Accordingly, a case FIR No. 04/2026 under relevant sections of law was registered at Police Station Kakapora and investigation was immediately set into motion.

During the course of investigation, a search warrant was obtained from the Hon’ble Court of JMIC Pulwama, following which a thorough search of the residential premises of the accused was conducted in the presence of the Executive Magistrate 1st Class, Kakpora, ensuring complete adherence to legal procedures. During the search operation, 8.795 kilograms of semi-grinded charas-like substance was recovered from the residential house of the accused. The recovered contraband was seized as per due legal formalities, and the accused has been arrested in the case. Further investigation is underway to trace the source of the contraband and identify backward and forward linkages involved in the drug supply chain.

Police remains steadfast in its resolve to eradicate the drug menace from society and appeals to the general public to extend cooperation by sharing any information related to drug trafficking, assuring strict confidentiality.

Budgam, January 10: Police in Budgam have arrested an accused involved in an ATM fraud case in the Magam area, demonstrating their commitment to prompt investigation and effective action against crime.

Police Station Magam received a written complaint from Ghulam Ahmad Bhat son of Ali Mohammad Bhat resident of Parraypora, Magam, alleging that an unknown person fraudulently obtained his ATM card on the pretext of assisting him in withdrawing cash. The accused deceitfully exchanged the victim’s ATM card at the J&K Bank ATM, Main Branch Magam, and subsequently withdrew money using the exchanged card. Accordingly, a case FIR No. 01/2026 under relevant sections of law was registered at Police Station Magam and investigation was initiated.

Acting swiftly, a special police team was constituted which, through sustained efforts and technical analysis, apprehended the accused from district Baramulla. The accused has been identified as Abdul Nayeem Khan, son of Jalal-ud-Din Khan, resident of Drangbal, Baramulla. Further investigation is underway.

Police reiterate their resolve to act firmly against financial crimes and to ensure the safety and security of the public.

Shopian, January 05: Police in Shopian has arrested a conman for duping an individual by falsely promising to secure the release of his brother from police custody at Police Station Zainapora.
Police Station Shopian received a complaint on 04/01/2026 through WhatsApp from Asif Ahmad Parrah son of Mohd Maqbool Parrah resident of Humhuna, Zainapora. The complainant alleged that a conman, identified as Sajad Ahmad Bhat son of Gh Hassan Bhat resident of Mundoora, Tral, fraudulently took ₹5,40,000/- from him by falsely assuring the release of his brother from police custody. Pertinently, the complainant’s brother Umer Maqbool had been lawfully arrested in connection with FIR No. 108/2025 under Sections 8/20 of the NDPS Act, registered at Police Station Zainapora.
Taking advantage of the situation, the accused falsely claimed to be a government employee and asserted that he had sufficient influence to arrange the release of the complainant’s brother. On this false pretext, he cheated the complainant and fraudulently obtained the said amount.
Taking cognizance of the complaint, Police Station Shopian registered E.FIR No. 03/2026 under Sections 318(4) and 319(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).
During the course of investigation, ₹1.50 lakh has been recovered so far from the accused. The accused has been taken into custody, and efforts are underway to recover the remaining amount. Further investigation into the case is in progress.
People are advised to remain vigilant and stay away from individuals who make false claims of influence or promise illegal favours. Any such attempts should be promptly reported to the nearest police station.

Kulgam, January 01: Police in Kulgam have solved a theft case by arresting an accused woman involved in the commission of crime and recovered stolen cash from her possession.
On 31/12/2025, Police Station Kulgam received a complaint from a woman that a cash of Rs 20,200 was stolen from her pocket while she was attending a patient at District Hospital Kulgam.
Accordingly, a case vide FIR No. 143/2025 under relevant sections of law was registered in Police Station Kulgam and investigation was started.
During the course of investigation, and by using all available means one suspect woman identified as Roomi Jan Wife of Sartaj Ahmad Sheikh resident of Sheikh Mohalla Damhal Hanjipora was zeroed in and during questioning, the accused admitted her involvement in the commission of crime. Officers recovered the stolen cash of Rs 20,200/= from her possession and further investigation is going on.

Baramulla, December 20: Police in Baramulla have bust a gang of cheaters and recovered looted substantial amount and counterfeit gold coins from their possession.

On 18/12/2025, a complaint was received at Police Station Pattan from Furqan Akbar resident of Trisal, Pulwama, stating that he and his associate Suiliman Bhat were cheated and robbed by certain persons on the pretext of selling gold biscuits.

The accused initially took an advance of ₹1,00,000/- and later called the complainants to Zangam Crossing to deliver the gold. However, the accused forcibly snatched the remaining cash, threatened the complainants, and fled, thereby cheating and robbing them of a total amount of ₹7,00,000/-.

Accordingly, a case vide FIR No. 241/2025 under relevant sections of law was registered at Police Station Pattan and investigation was taken up.

During investigation, three accused persons were arrested, leading to the recovery of ₹6,00,000/- cash and 17 counterfeit gold coins. Two vehicles used in the crime, Swift (UP65FT-7605) and Maruti Ignis (JK05P-3743), were also seized. The fourth accused is absconding, and efforts are underway to arrest him. Further investigation is in progress.

J&K Police reiterates its commitment to act firmly against fraudsters and urges the public to remain vigilant.

Shopian, December 19: Jammu and Kashmir Police in Shopian have taken prompt action against a stunt biking incident reported from the Zawoora area. In this connection, a case FIR No. 270/2025 has been registered under Sections 281 and 125 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and Section 184 of the Motor Vehicles Act. The motorcycle involved in the incident has been seized and further investigation is underway.

The accused rider has been identified as Furqan Ahmad Dar son of Mohd Ashraf Dar resident of Zawoora, Shopian. He was found indulging in dangerous stunts on a public road, thereby endangering his own life and posing a serious risk to other road users.

J&K Police have reiterated that stunt biking and rash driving on public roads are strictly prohibited and will attract stringent legal action. Public roads are meant for safe commuting and such irresponsible behaviour can lead to tragic consequences. The police have appealed to the youth to adhere to traffic rules and adopt responsible driving practices. Parents and guardians have also been urged to guide and counsel their children regarding road safety and traffic discipline.

Jammu and Kashmir Police remain committed to ensuring road safety and maintaining smooth and disciplined traffic movement across the district. Strict action against traffic violators will continue in the interest of public safety.

Ganderbal, December 17: In a decisive and proactive action against organised drug trafficking, J&K Police in Ganderbal has launched a focused targeting the procurement and sale of high-value narcotic substances such as Cocaine and Heroin, thereby striking a major blow to the drug networks operating in the region.

During a series of special naka checking operations conducted on 08-12-2025, Ganderbal police apprehended 01 drug peddler namely Mohd Irfan Bhat, son of Ghulam Nabi Bhat, resident of Kharbagh Wakura, Ganderbal. Accordingly, a case vide FIR No. 200/2025, under relevant sections of the NDPS Act was registered at Police Station Ganderbal, and further investigation was set into motion.

Considering the gravity of the offence and contacts of the accused, a special investigation team was constituted by SSP Ganderbal Shri Khalil Ahmad Poswal-JKPS, under the supervision of Addl. SP Ganderbal Shri Owaise Loun-JKPS, with a mandate to trace backward and forward linkages of suppliers involved in trafficking similar high-value narcotics. Investigating Officer of the case, SI Gulzar Hussain, (I/C PP Shadipora) has put in strenuous and sustained efforts to unearth the nexus of drugs.

Pursuant to Court-obtained search warrants, coordinated searches were conducted at multiple locations including Sumbal, Shadipora, Zakura, and other suspected places of drug concealment.

As a significant outcome of sustained investigation, the police team identified and detained one more notorious drug peddler, namely Maqsood Hussain Khan, son of Abdul Majeed Khan, resident of Hazratbal, Srinagar, A/P Gooripora, Sanat Nagar. During searches conducted at his rented accommodation in Gooripora, Sanat Nagar on 16/17-12-2025, Police recovered 02 packets of Cocaine-like substance weighing approximately 01 kilogram, valuing more than Rs.10 Crore in the international illicit drug market. Moreover, 01 vehicle, cell phones and other electronic gadgets were also seized.

In the instant case, in-depth investigation is underway to identify the actual source, supply chain, and inter-state/international linkages of this high-value narcotic substance. More arrests and recoveries are likely in the coming days.

J&K Police reiterates its zero-tolerance policy against drug trafficking and appeals to the public to cooperate by sharing any information related to drug abuse or peddling for a drug-free society.

Stolen Sheep Recovered

Pulwama, December 11: In a significant breakthrough in a livestock theft case, police have cracked a major livestock theft case in Pulwama and successfully recovered stolen sheep.
Police in Pulwama has successfully recovered 47 stolen sheep related to Case FIR No. 282/2025 U/S 331(4), 305 Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. The sheep were stolen from Banderpora during the intervening night of 17/18 November 2025 and were traced to Kulan Kangan, Ganderbal.
During sustained investigation, Police arrested two accused involved in the theft identified as Ab Razak Bajad son of Mohd Shafi resident of Kandiyal Akhnoor and Mohd Jeelani Barghat son of Mohd Zar resident of Dova Rajouri. Meanwhile, three other accused Mushtaq Ahmad Khari son of Baugh Hussain resident of Thandi Choi Akhnoor, Nazakket Ahmad Bokda son of Mohd Zubair resident of Akhnoor A/P Wahab Sahib Khrew and Mohd Jaleeni Barghat son of Mohd Motwali resident of Sugli Gala Kalakot Rajouri are still evading arrest. Efforts are underway to trace and apprehend the absconding accused at the earliest.
The recovered livestock is being transported back to Pulwama for legal formalities and restoration to the rightful owner.
J&K Police remains committed to cracking down on theft and safeguarding the property of citizens.

Sopore December 10: Police in Sopore have successfully solved a theft case registered at Police Station Sopore, leading to the arrest of the accused and recovery of stolen property within 24 hours of the incident.

Police Station Sopore received a complaint from Syed Salah Ud Din, Manager, Shadowfax Logistics, Ashpeer Sopore, regarding the theft of mobile phones. Accordingly, FIR No. 272/2025 under relevant sections of law was registered and investigation was promptly initiated.

During the course of investigation, multiple suspects were examined, and officers zeroed in on one suspect, identified as Afaq Ahmad Ahanger son of Suna Ullah Ahanger resident of Amberpora Tarzoo Sopore. During questioning, officers learnt about his involvement in the commission of crime. On his disclosure, Police team recovered the stolen property worth approximately ₹50,000.

J&K Police reaffirm their commitment to swift investigation, timely action, and protection of public property. Further investigation is still going on.