Shopian, Feb 8 (JKNS): In a major action against black marketing of essential commodities, Shopian Police seized a huge quantity of illegally stored subsidised kerosene oil and diesel during a raid in the Imamsahib area of the district.
In a statement issued here to news agency JKNS reads, Acting on specific information regarding illegal sale of subsidised kerosene oil in the black market, Shopian Police conducted a raid at Imamsahib area of the district. A police party from Police Station Imamsahib recovered and seized approximately 700 litres of illegal kerosene oil and diesel from a shop.
One person namely Naseer Ahmad War Resident of Arwani Bijbehara was found involved in the illegal trade. Accordingly, FIR No. 10/2026 under relevant provisions of law has been registered at Police Station Imamsahib. The recovered kerosene oil and diesel were seized and accused has been arrested and further investigation is underway.
Preliminary investigation reveals that the accused was involved in black marketing of subsidised kerosene oil. The source of procurement is being investigated and any official found involved in facilitating the illegal trade shall be dealt with strictly as per law.
Shopian Police reiterate their commitment to act firmly against illegal activities and urge the general public to cooperate and share information regarding criminal activities in their areas. (JKNS)
