SRINAGAR: Police in south Kashmir’s Shopian district have solved an apple theft case within 24 hours of receiving a complaint, arresting the accused and recovering all 92 stolen apple-laden crates, officials said on Friday.
The case was registered after Police Post Saidpora received a written complaint from Zahoor Ahmad Ganai, son of Gh. Mohd Ganai, on October 22, 2026, regarding the theft of 92 apple-laden crates from his orchard in Reshinagri.
Following the complaint, an FIR (No. 118/2026) was registered at Police Station Heerpora under relevant sections of law, and an investigation was initiated.
During the investigation, police examined CCTV footage from the area and identified a vehicle bearing registration number JK22C 9439, allegedly used in the theft. Acting on the findings, the police team apprehended the accused, Imtiyaz Ahmad Ganai, son of Ab. Rehman Ganai, a resident of Reshinagri in Shopian.
During questioning, the accused allegedly admitted his involvement in the crime. Police subsequently recovered all 92 stolen apple-laden crates and seized the vehicle allegedly used in the offence.
Further investigation is underway to establish all facts and complete the legal formalities.
Police reiterated their commitment to protecting the lives and property of citizens and urged the public to cooperate in preventing and detecting crime.
