Arrest of Two Suspected Terrorist Allies by Kulgam Police, Army, and CRPF; Seized Arms Found
In a collaborative move, the Kulgam Police, alongside troops from the 1 RR of the Indian Army and the 18 BN of CRPF, nabbed two suspected associates of terrorist groups in the town of Kulgam, India. These individuals, identified as Bilal Ahmad Bhat and Mohd Ismail Bhat, hailing from Thokerpora, Qaimoh, were apprehended during a routine check at a security checkpoint located at Matalhama Chowk, Thokerpora, Qaimoh[1][3][4].
Upon a thorough search, law enforcement officials uncovered two concealed pistols, 25 pistol rounds, and two pistol magazines in their possession.
The duo now faces charges in a case registered at Police Station Qaimoh, and ongoing investigations aim to uncover more details about their activities and any potential network of accomplices[2]. These arrests come in the wake of escalating efforts to combat terrorism in the area, following the tragic Pahalgam terror attack that occurred on April 22 and resulted in a high number of casualties[1][2][5].
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- In addition to Bilal Ahmad Bhat and Mohd Ismail Bhat, it was Mohd Abdul who was among the suspected associates arrested in Kulgam, according to general news reports.
- The recovery of pistols, pistol rounds, and magazines during the arrest of these individuals highlights the ongoing war-and-conflicts and crime-and-justice challenges in the region.
- As the investigation deepens, it remains to be seen if Khulgam's duo, including Mohd, had ties with other terrorist groups or were accomplices in the Pahalgam terror attack.
- A notable aspect of this joint effort between Kulgam Police, 1 RR of the Indian Army, and 18 BN of CRPF is their commitment to maintaining peace and stability in the town of Kulgam, even amidst ongoing politics and conflicts.
