Anantnag (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], November 16 (HBTV): Anantnag Police on Sunday arrested three youth in Kokernag for allegedly roaming with dummy weapons and intimidating residents. A fake AK-47, a dummy pistol and other items were recovered during a swift joint operation.
According to a police release, Police Station Kokernag received credible information that a group of unidentified youth were moving through the area with fake weapons and intimidating the general public. The group had also entered a house where they allegedly issued threats, causing panic among residents.
Acting on the information, Police Station Kokernag registered an FIR and launched an investigation. A joint team of Police Kokernag and SOG Kokernag, under the supervision of the SDPO Kokernag, immediately rushed to the area and conducted an operation.
During the action, three individuals were apprehended. They have been identified as Yasir Ahmad Kasana, son of Mohd Mirza, resident of Anderwani Sagam Kokernag; Ajaz Ahmad Famda, son of Mohd Rafiq, resident of Thamankote Verinag Kapran; and Shahid Ahmad Teli, son of Javed Ahmad Teli, resident of Hiller Arhama Kokernag. Police recovered one dummy AK-47 rifle, one dummy pistol and one green-coloured pouch from their possession.
Police said the swift response prevented further intimidation attempts and helped restore public confidence in the area. The public has been urged to remain alert and report any suspicious movement or activity to the nearest police unit.
Anantnag Police reiterated its commitment to maintaining peace, safety and security in the region. (ANI)