JKNS DESK
Kulgam, Nov 8 (JKNS): Security forces on Sunday arrested two suspected terrorist associates during a naka checking operation at Paniwah in Kulgam district and recovered a Chinese pistol, magazine, ammunition and two Chinese grenades from their possession.
A senior J&K police officer confirmed to news agency JKNS, that two Terrorist associates were arrested with arms and ammunition in Paniwah Kulgam.
During a joint naka at Paniwah, two individuals, identified as Tahir Bilal, son of Bilal Ahmed Bhat, and Muneeb Yasin, son of Late Mohammad Yasin Rather, were noticed approaching from the orchard/agricultural area towards Kulgam, an official said.
On being approached by the naka party, both individuals allegedly attempted to flee from the spot. However, alert personnel of CRPF and SOG swiftly apprehended and overpowered them, official told JKNS.
During their search, security personnel recovered one Chinese pistol, one magazine, two 9mm rounds and two Chinese grenades.
The recovered arms and ammunition were seized, while both individuals were taken into custody, official said.
A case has been registered and further investigation has been initiated to ascertain the circumstances and possible links of the arrested individuals, officials said. (JKNS)
