Weapon snatching case solved, claims Police

SRINAGAR — Police on Tuesday claimed to have solved a weapon snatching case in Shopian district and arrested two accused persons involved in the act.

A 12-bore rifle was snatched from an ATM guard in Kundalan area of district Shopian on 6th March, 2019.

Consequently, a case was registered and investigation was initiated in the instant matter. “During the course of investigation, the involvement of two individuals surfaced. Both the accused persons have been taken into custody,” police spokesman said.

He further said, “Further investigation in the matter led to the recovery of the snatched weapon. Investigation is in progress.”