Responding promptly to the complaint, on the directions of SSP Sopore Shri Shabir Nawab-JKPS, the police initiated an on-site verification. During the search, with the assistance of locals, the police discovered the dead-body of Riyaz Ahmad Mir in a trench on his house, which was covered with lid. Police retrieved the dead body from the trench on spot and upon examination, it was evident that the incident was a murder. In this regard, a case under relevant sections of law stands registered at Police Station Bomai and subsequently medical formalities were completed.
During the course of investigation, several suspects, including the wife of the deceased namely Shaista, were brought in for questioning. During questioning, Shaista confessed that she along with her boyfriend namely Waseem Akram Lone son of Farooq Ahmad Lone resident of Tujjer killed her husband during night and concealed his dead body in the trench. Moreover, accused Waseem Akram lone was also arrested in the instant case who also confessed his involvement in the commission of crime. Both have been shifted to police station where they remain in custody. Moreover, the equipment used in the commission of the crime was successfully recovered. Further investigation is going on. Community members have applauded the efforts of police for cracking the case in professional manner.