August 31: Police in Kulgam have solved a hit & run case by arresting an accused driver involved in the commission of crime. Vehicle used in the commission of crime has also been seized.
On 24/08/2025, at Nipora near Grid Station, a pedestrian Smt. Zeba Banoo wife of Gh Hassan Sheikh resident of Zainpora, Shopian was hit by an unknown vehicle and later she succumbed to her injuries at SKIMS Hospital. Subsequently, a case under relevant sections of Law was registered at Police Station Qazigund and a special team led by IC PP Mirbazar was constituted.
By using all available means, investigating team made strenuous efforts and subsequently traced the offending vehicle bearing registration number JK03G-8092 along with its juvenile driver. Furthermore, it was revealed that the boy, being a minor without licence, was driving the vehicle, and thereafter, in connivance with his father Zahoor Ahmad Shah son of Bashir Ahmad Shah resident of Pirkhoo, Anantnag, attempted to conceal the vehicle and tamper with evidence. The broken side mirror and damaged fender, which has been replaced to mislead the probe, were recovered during investigation.
With the help of CCTV footage, witness accounts and technical investigation, the case was worked out in a short span of time, establishing offences under relevant provisions of BNS and MV Act.
J&K police reiterates its commitment to ensure swift investigation and accountability in all such cases.
