The Diplomat Desk
Kishtwar,, (TDD),In a major breakthrough, district Police Kishtwar successfully busted a gang of burglars responsible for a series of thefts at multiple religious places in Dachan.
The burglaries, which took place in the intervening night 20/21th of September 2024, targeted several religious establishments, where donation boxes and safes were broken and cash was stolen. The detail of religious places:
Shiv Mandir, Dwran Mohalla, Ram Leela Club, Sounder Masjid Sharief, Shanger Mohalla, Masjid Sharief, Sheikh Mohalla, Masjid Sharief, Wani Mohalla and Masjid Sharief, Krusa Mohalla
On receiving the information, the police registered case FIR No. 20/2024 U/S 331(4)/305 BNS at PS Dachhan, initiating an intensive investigation.
Under the direct supervision of SSP Kishtwar, Abdul Qayoom-JKPS, a Special Investigation Team (SIT) was constituted, led by Inspector Harjeet Singh, SHO PS Dachhan. The team worked meticulously to crack the case, utilizing technical aid and reviewing CCTV footage from the vicinity of the incidents. Their relentless efforts led to the identification of the culprits and ultimately to their arrest.
After an exhaustive investigation and a well-coordinated manhunt, the police apprehended the following three individuals: Shamim Ahmed, S/O Abdul Latief, R/O Ghunti Thathri, Adil Hussain, S/O Abdul Latief, R/O Indloo Bharnoo, Tehsil Kahara, Gandoh, District Doda, Jamal Din, S/O Mohd. Abdullah, R/O Indloo Bharnoo, Tehsil Kahara, District Doda
The stolen property, along with tools used to break open the safes and locks, were recovered from the arrested individuals.
SSP Kishtwar, Sh. Abdul Qayoom-JKPS, lauded the efforts of the police team and emphasized that Kishtwar town is under continuous CCTV surveillance, with 24/7 monitoring by a specialized team at the CCTV Surveillance Unit of Kishtwar Police. The footage from the cameras installed around the town played a critical role in tracking down the burglars and bringing them to justice.(TDD)
