Pulwama, Aug 19: Pulwama Police recovered 41 stolen sheep during naka checking at Urwan, leading to the booking of two persons and seizure of the vehicle allegedly used to transport the stolen livestock.
During naka checking, a police party from Police Post Newa intercepted a Tata Mobile vehicle bearing registration number JK03N-2440, travelling from Parigam towards Newa after its occupants allegedly attempted to evade the police party.
Upon checking the vehicle, police found 41 sheep loaded inside. The occupants were identified as Zakir Hussain Khari, son of Farooq Ahmad Khari, resident of Nethul, Reasi, presently residing at Mir Bazar, Kulgam, and Mushtaq Ahmad Khari, son of Bagh-ud-Din Khari, resident of Munigam, Qazigund, Kulgam.
Police said both failed to furnish a satisfactory or lawful explanation regarding the possession and transportation of the livestock.
During verification, the sheep were found to be stolen property. Accordingly, FIR No. 149/2026 was registered at Police Station Pulwama under relevant provisions of law, and investigation was initiated.
The 41 sheep and Tata Mobile vehicle have been taken into custody as per law.
Further investigation is underway to ascertain the ownership and source of the stolen livestock and identify other persons who may be involved in the offence.
The recovery reflects the vigilance and prompt action of Pulwama Police in tracing stolen property, disrupting criminal activities and bringing those involved in such offences to justice.
