In a significant development, the Jammu and Kashmir Police in Udhampur have made the first arrest in connection with the ongoing investigation into the Basantgarh encounter case, FIR No. 09/2024.
The case pertains to a deadly face-off between terrorists and security forces in the Chochru Gala area of Basantgarh, which claimed the life of VDG personnel Mohammad Sherif. The Udhampur Police have been relentlessly pursuing leads and gathering credible information about the movement of suspects involved in the heinous act. Their efforts have led to the identification of several unscrupulous elements with potential links to the crime. As a result, an individual named Javed, son of Mohd. Hussain, a resident of Loha Nathi, Kathua, has been arrested for allegedly providing logistic support to the terrorists.
This arrest marks a significant breakthrough in the investigation, as authorities continue to unravel the intricate web of connections and uncover the complete truth behind the Basantgarh terror incident.
Furthermore, based on inputs received from various sources, the Udhampur Police have been able to create sketches depicting the probable descriptions of some of the terrorists involved. These sketches have been shared in the public domain in an effort to generate specific information regarding the presence of these individuals. In a bid to encourage public cooperation and support in the fight against terrorism, the Udhampur Police have also announced a handsome cash reward for anyone who provides specific information leading to the neutralization of the terrorists. The authorities remain steadfast in their commitment to bringing the perpetrators to justice and ensuring the safety and security of the region. The investigation is ongoing, and further arrests and developments are expected as the probe progresses.
