Category: CRIME

J&K Police register FIR in Shopian over dangerous stunt biking

Shopian, December 07: J&K Police has taken cognizance of a stunt biking incident reported from Pehlipoora area of Shopian. In this regard, FIR No. 263/2025 has been registered under Sections 281, 125 of BNS and 184 of the Motor Vehicles Act. The involved motorcycle has been seized and further investigation is underway.

The accused rider, Sahil Farooq Sheikh son of Farooq Ahmad Sheikh, resident of Pehlipoora, Shopian, was found indulging in dangerous stunt biking on a public road, thereby endangering his own life as well as the safety of other road users. Such activities are unlawful and will be dealt with strictly under the relevant provisions of law.

J&K Police urges all citizens, especially the youth, to refrain from stunt biking, rash driving, and all forms of traffic violations. Public roads are meant for safe commuting, not stunts, and such behaviour poses a serious risk to community safety. J&K Police remains committed to ensuring safe roads and disciplined traffic movement across the district. Strict action shall continue against all violators.

Stolen Property Recovered

Sopore, December 04: Police in Sopore have successfully solved a theft case by arresting 07 accused persons involved in the commission of crime and recovered stolen property from their possession.
Police Station Panzalla received a complaint from Suheel Shafi Mir, Assistant Executive Engineer, Mechanical New Lift Sub-Division (MICD) Srinagar, regarding theft at Lift Irrigation Scheme Check-Gujri Station (Stage 2nd). Accordingly, FIR No. 66/2025 under relevant sections of law was registered at PS Panzalla and investigation was initiated.
During the investigation, multiple suspects were questioned. One suspect namely Ubaid Riyaz Dar son of Riyaz Ahmad Dar resident of Untoo Hamam Sopore confessed his involvement in the commission of crime. During further questioning, he further revealed that he along with other five associates, had committed the theft. They have been identified as Kaiser Ahmad Dar son of Ghulam Hassan Dar, Kaiser Nazir Dar son of Nazir Ahmad Dar, Majid Ahmad Dar @Muqaib son of Mehraj-ud-Din Dar, Javaid Ahmad Dar so of Ghulam Mohi-ud-Din Dar and Usman Nazir Dar son of Nazir Ahmad Dar, all residents of Ningli Sopore.
He further disclosed that the stolen items had been sold to a scrap dealer identified as Bilal Ahmad Dar son of Ghulam Mohi-ud-Din Dar resident of Ningli Sopore.
Acting on this disclosure, Police recovered the stolen property from a godown located at Sofi Akbar Road, Bypass Ningli Sopore. All the accused have been arrested and shifted to police station where they remain in custody.
J&K Police reaffirm their commitment to swift investigation, timely action and protection of public property. Further investigation in the case is underway.

Sopore, December 1: J&K Police in Sopore have solved 02 theft cases by apprehending 02 accused persons involved in the commission of crime and recovered stolen property from their possession.
Police Station Bomai received a complaint from Abdul Rashid Mir, resident of Nathipora, regarding theft of goods from his shop, (Al-Fajar Departmental Store). Accordingly, a case vide FIR No. 60/2025 under Sections 305, 331(4) BNS was registered and investigation was initiated. During the enquiry, several suspects were examined, and on 29 November 2025, one suspect person namely Ghulam Mohammad Lone, son of Abdul Jabbar Lone, resident of Yahama Handwara was brought in for questioning. The accused confessed to his involvement in the crime and disclosed that the stolen items had been concealed in an orchard near the river at Nathipora. Acting on this disclosure, Police recovered the stolen property.
Moreover, Police Post Bus Stand received a complaint from Ghulam Mohammad Kanjwal, resident of Sir Syed Abad, regarding theft of cash from his bakery shop. Acting swiftly, FIR No. 268/2025 under Sections 305, 331(3) BNS was registered and investigation was initiated. Within 12 hours of the commission of the offence, the accused person Shakir Sadiq Bhat was traced and apprehended from the premises of SDH Sopore. During questioning, he confessed to his involvement in the crime and revealed the location of the stolen cash, which was subsequently recovered.
J&K Police reaffirm their commitment to swift investigation, timely action, and the protection of public property. Further investigation in both cases is underway.

Over 1 kg Brown Sugar-like substance worth crores seized, 02 peddlers arrested

Pulwama, December 1: In a major strike against the narco–terror supply chain, J&K Police achieved a remarkable success by arresting two drug peddlers in Pulwama and seizing a huge consignment of 1 kg 130 grams of brown sugar–like substance during a routine checking operation.
A vigilant police party of Police Post Rahmoo, while conducting a naka at Rahmoo Bridge, intercepted a suspicious vehicle (Tata Mobile) bearing registration number JK09D-7662 with 02 persons onboard. They have been identified as Muneer Ahmed Shiek, son of Abdul Hameed Shiek, resident of Hajitra Karna & Toufeeq Ahmed Shiek, son of Mohammad Rafiq Shiek, resident of Hajitra Karna.
During the thorough search of the vehicle, the naka team recovered a massive quantity of contraband 1 kg 130 grams of brown sugar–like substance, thereby foiling an attempt to push a large narcotic consignment into the district. The vehicle used in the commission of the offence was also seized on the spot.
Accordingly, a case vide FIR No. 124/2025 under Sections 8, 21 & 29 of the NDPS Act was registered at Police Station Rajpora. The investigation has been set into motion to identify the entire supply chain, including the source and intended receivers of the consignment.
J&K Police reiterates its unwavering commitment to eliminating drug peddling from the society and urges the public to cooperate by sharing information related to drug abuse or trafficking in their areas.

Baramulla, November 30: Continuing its efforts to combat crime and ensure public safety, J&K Police in Baramulla recovers stolen vehicle and arrested the accused involved in the commission of crime.

The vehicle, (Tavera) (bearing Registration No. JK04C-1343), was reported stolen during the intervening night of 14th and 15th September 2024. Accordingly, Police Station Kunzer promptly registered FIR No. 119/2024 under Section 303(2) BNS, and sustained efforts were made to trace the vehicle.

Acting on specific information, it was learnt that the stolen vehicle was being used in Leh, UT Ladakh. A police team from Police Station Kunzer was immediately deputed to Leh. With the cooperation of Police Station Leh, the team located the vehicle along with the accused person, identified as Kanchu Sheikh son of Minhaj-ud-Din, resident of Gopal Para, Sector-19, Assam, who was driving the stolen vehicle. The vehicle was discreetly tracked and recovered, and the accused was apprehended on the spot. Both the vehicle and the accused have been brought back to Police Station Kunzer for further legal action.

Further investigation is in progress to identify and establish the entire chain of individuals involved in the commission of the crime.

Jammu and Kashmir Police continue to assure the public of their unwavering commitment to maintaining law and order, and the relentless pursuit of justice for those who break the law.

Anantnag, November 26: In a significant action against drug menace, Police in Anantnag recovered a large quantity of contraband and foiled an attempt to smuggle narcotic substances in the jurisdiction of Police Station Pahalgam.
A police party from PS Pahalgam, deputed for census duty to village Awoora, was proceeding towards Awoora Nallah in a departmental TATA Sumo when they noticed a suspicious individual pushing an iron-made single-tyre handcart loaded with multiple sacks. On spotting the police vehicle, the unidentified male abandoned the cart and escaped into the adjoining forest area.
The police team immediately secured the abandoned cart and inspected the sacks. During the examination, the sacks were found to contain half-dried bhang leaves, weighing a total of 24.50 kilograms.
In this regard, a case vide FIR No. 76/2025 under relevant sections has been registered at Police Station Pahalgam and investigation was initiated. During the course of investigation, the accused was identified as Gulam Nabi Khatana son of Abdul Rashid resident of Nallah Awoora, who is currently absconding. Efforts are underway to apprehend the accused.
J&K Police remains committed to eliminating the drug menace from society and urges the public to cooperate by sharing any information related to narcotic activities.

Srinagar, November 25, 2025: The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), Srinagar Zone, has successfully dismantled a narcotics supply module active in the Baramulla–Pulwama belt with the seizure of 2.730 kilograms of charas and the arrest of three accused persons, including the main supplier.
Acting on specific intelligence, on November 20,2025, a team of NCB Srinagar intercepted Bashir Ahmad Malla, R/o Dhobiwan, PS Kunzer, District Baramulla, and recovered 2.730 kg of charas from his possession.
During sustained interrogation and prompt follow-up action with the help of Baramulla Police, i.e., Kunzer Police Station, the NCB team arrested his close associate, Mansoor Ahmad Wani, R/o Dhobiwan, PS Kunzer, District Baramulla, who was actively involved in the supply chain.
NCB Srinagar appreciates the strong cooperation and timely support extended by Baramulla Police, whose proactive assistance played a vital role in the successful execution of the operation and further strengthened inter-agency coordination in the region.
Based on the disclosures of both the accused and subsequent operational intelligence, the main supplier, Abdul Rashid Dar, was apprehended from Pulwama, thereby unearthing the complete trafficking chain.
All accused have a previous criminal history in connection with NDPS cases.
With the arrest of the mastermind, associate, and supplier, the entire module involved in the procurement, transportation, and distribution of the seized contraband has been dismantled. Further investigation is ongoing to identify backward and forward linkages, financial trails, and any inter-state connections.
The establishment of the NCB office in Srinagar is part of the Government of India’s strategic initiative to strengthen narcotics enforcement in Jammu & Kashmir. NCB remains committed to curbing the drug menace, protecting youth, and enhancing cooperation with law enforcement agencies across the Union Territory.
NCB appeals to the public to support the fight against drugs. Citizens may report any information related to narcotics trafficking confidentially on the MANAS – National Narcotics Helpline: Toll-Free 1933. The identity of the caller is kept strictly confidential.

Srinagar, November 25: J&K Police in Srinagar, seeks the cooperation of the general public in identifying an individual involved in a theft case registered under FIR No. 100/2025 U/S 303(2) BNS at Police Station Saddar. In the incident, a white-coloured scooty bearing Registration No. JK01AE 9604 was stolen and driven away by an unknown person.
In this regard, the general public is requested to help in identifying the individual shown in the photograph. Any information leading to the suspect’s identification or location may be shared with Police Station Saddar on 9596770859 or Dial 112. The identity of the informant shall be kept confidential.

Sopore, November 25: J&K Police in Sopore has solved a theft case by arresting 02 accused persons involved in the commission of crime and recovered stolen property from their possession.

Police Post Bus Stand Sopore received an written application from Maqbool Rahman Beigh, resident of Model Town, stating that unknown persons had stolen utensils from his residence. Accordingly, a case vide FIR No. 260/2025 under relevant sections of law was registered at Police Station Sopore and investigation was initiated.

During the investigation, several suspects were rounded up and examined. During this process, one suspect person identified as Shabir Ahmad Sheikh, son of Ab Hamid Sheikh, resident of Model Town D, was questioned and he admitted his involvement in the commission of crime. He further disclosed that part of the stolen property had been concealed at Cooperative Baagh Sopore, while some items had been sold to another individual.

Acting on this disclosure, Police successful recovery stolen property from the identified location. Further investigation led to the questioning of another suspect identified as Waseem Nabi Wani, resident of Model Town D, who admitted to have received stolen items from Shabir Ahmad Sheikh. Based on his disclosure, additional stolen property was recovered from his residence.

J&K Police reaffirmed its commitment to prompt investigation, swift action and protection of public property. The investigation is ongoing and further legal proceedings have been set into motion.

Awantipora, November 22: Police have busted an illegal operation involving the unauthorized sale of petroleum products, resulting in the seizure of a large quantity of fuel in Awantipora.

Acting on a specific tip-off regarding illegal storage of petroleum products, Police in Awantipora, headed by Incharge Police Post Reshipora, under the supervision of SDPO Awantipora, conducted a raid at the residence of Mohd Shafi Rather son of Gh Mohd Rather resident of Malangpora A/P Sonrigund. During the search, the police team recovered 1750 Liters of petroleum products (950 litres of Diesel and 800 litres of Kerosene), which were being stored unlawfully at the said location.

Accordingly, a Case vide FIR No. 256/2025 under relevant sections of law has been registered at Police Station Awantipora and investigation has been initiated.

Police urges the general public to report any such illegal activities and reiterates its commitment to act firmly against violations that endanger public safety and contravene government regulations.