Sopore, April 8: Police in Sopore have successfully solved a theft case within 24 hours of its reporting, leading to the recovery of stolen property and arrest of two accused persons.

Police Post Putkha received a complaint from Shabir Ahmad Wani son of Ghulam Hassan Wani resident of Krankshivan Sopore, stating therein that during the intervening night of 05/06 April 2026, his workshop at Putkha was burgled and items including a genset and an oxygen cylinder were stolen. Accordingly, a case vide FIR No. 50/2026 under relevant sections of law was registered at Police Station Tarzoo and investigation was promptly initiated.
During the course of investigation, two suspects were identified and apprehended, namely Kaiser Ahmad Malik son of Abdul Qayoom Malik and Jehangir Ahmad Mir son of Abdul Gani Mir, both residents of Bangdara Choora. During sustained examination, the accused confessed their involvement in the commission of crime and on their disclosure, the stolen property was recovered.
Further investigation is underway to ascertain any additional involvement.
Police reiterate their commitment to ensuring public safety and taking swift action against criminal elements.