Militant held; arms, ammunition, cash recovered in Kashmir

Srinagar: A militant was arrested along with a Chinese pistol and cash in south Kashmir district of Kulgam, a police spokesman said here on Friday afternoon.He said on specific input, Security forces established special check points in the areas of Nillow, Kakran and Adijan (Kulgam). During checking at Takia Adijan area, one suspect was arrested after a Chinese Pistol with magazine and five live rounds besides Rs 10,000 were recovered from him.

On questioning, the suspect revealed his identity as Shahnawaz Ahmad Mir son of Abdul Rehman Mir resident of Bugam. Investigation conducted so far has revealed that the he is involved in subversive activities.In this regard, a case under Section 13, 18, 20, 38, 39 ULA (P) Act, 307, 120-B RPC and 7/25 Indian Arms Act stands registered at Damhal Hanjipora police station and investigation has been taken up.(UNI)