SRINAGAR: Acting tough against the persons involved in illegal extraction and transportation of minerals, police have seized 3 vehicles and arrested 3 persons in Baramulla. A police party under the supervision of SDPO Tangmarg assisted by SHO PS Tangmarg seized 3 vehicles (Tippers) and arrested 3 persons (Drivers) at Shrai Tangmarg for their involvement in illegal extraction and transportation of minerals.
The accused drivers have been identified as Mohd Shafi Ganie son of Gh Rasool Ganie resident of Reram, Ab Rashid Sheikh son of Ab Gani Sheikh resident of Hoom and Hilal Ahmad Bhat son of Asadullah Bhat resident of Atipora Kunzar. They have been shifted to police station where they remain in custody.
Accordingly, a case under relevant sections of law has been registered in Police Station Tangmarg and investigation has been taken up. Persons found indulging in illegal mining activities shall be dealt as per law. Community members are requested to share information regarding the crimes in their neighbourhood with their concerned police units.