In a joint operation, Baramulla police have seized two illegal foreign-made pistols, according to officials on Wednesday.
Checkpoint Interception Leads to First Recovery
The police established a checkpoint at Chandsuma in Kanispora. During routine checking, a white Maruti Brezza traveling from Srinagar towards Baramulla was intercepted for inspection. The vehicle carried two occupants. A thorough search revealed a pistol manufactured in Turkey from a bag belonging to the co-passenger. The individual failed to produce any valid license or legal authorization for possession of the weapon.
The accused was identified as Wakeel Ahmed Theekri, a resident of Kamalkot in Uri. He was arrested on the spot.
Further Search Uncovers Additional Weapons
During the investigation and at the instance of the arrested accused, Baramulla police conducted a search operation at Kalsi Hardu in Kamalkot, Uri. The operation led to the recovery of one Chinese-made pistol, two magazines, and 13 live rounds of ammunition. These items were subsequently seized as evidence.
The police stated that the fresh seizure constitutes a significant development in the case and points towards a larger unlawful arms possession network. Investigations are ongoing to identify other individuals involved in the network.
