Early Times Report
Srinagar, Apr 6: Security forces have arrested a militant associated of Lashker-e-Toiba (LeT) and recovered explosive and ammunition from his possession in Jammu and Kashmir's Bandipora district, an official said on Thursday. The police official said that "on a specific information regarding movement of terrorists in Aloosa area of Bandipora, a special checkpoint was established near Canal Road Aloosa, jointly by Police, 26 Assam Rifles & 3rd Bn CRPF. During checking, one terrorist associate linked with proscribed terror outfit LeT was apprehended". The militant has been identified as Jamshed Ahmad Bhat, a resident of Aloosa Bandipora, police said. "Incriminating materials, ammunition and explosives including 1 Chinese grenade and 12 live AK-47 rounds were recovered from his possession", they said. A case under relevant sections of law was registered at Police Station Bandipora and further investigation has been initiated, police added. |