SRINAGAR: A man was arrested along with arms and ammunition during a cordon and search operation in Kreeri village of north Kashmir’s Baramulla district.
An official said that following specific inputs, a cordon and search operation was launched in Nowpura Jagir village of Kreeri by a joint team of forces, including the police, 52 Rashtriya Rifles, and 2nd Battalion SSB.
He further mentioned that during the operation, a man who tried to evade the CASO was apprehended along with a pistol, magazine, and three live rounds.
The arrested individual has been identified as Mohammed Sadiq Lone, son of Mohammed Ramzan Lone of Nowpora Jagir.
The official stated that a case under the Indian Arms Act and ULA (P) Act has been registered at the Kreeri police station, and further investigation is underway. (KNO)
