3 drivers arrested for illegal transportation of minerals in Baramulla

Baramulla, Nov 29: 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 of PP Mirgund under the supervision of SDPO Pattan assisted by IC PP Mirgund, seized 3 vehicles (tippers) and arrested their drivers for their involvement in illegal extraction and transportation of minerals at Check Razak Khan.

They have been identified as Ashiq Hussain Hajam resident of Chayira Budgam, Mohammad Farooq Parray resident of Bundgam Magam and Mohd Jaffar Bhat resident of Khonchipora Tangmarg. They have been shifted to the police station where they remain in custody.

Accordingly, a case under relevant sections of law has been registered in Police Station Pattan and investigation has been taken up.

“Persons found indulging in illegal mining activities shall be dealt with as per law. Community members are requested to share information regarding the crimes in their neighbourhood with their concerned police units,” police said.