BARAMULLA: Baramulla Police on Thursday achieved a major success by recovering two hand grenades during an Area Domination Patrol (ADP) in the Baderkoot forests of Tangmarg and apprehending one person in connection with the recovery.
According to a police handout, the operation was jointly conducted by Baramulla Police, CICT Ftr BSF (112/06 Bn), 2 Rashtriya Rifles (RR) and CRPF 176 Battalion.
During the operation, security personnel apprehended a suspicious individual identified as Ghulam Jeelani Reshi, a resident of Baderkote, Tangmarg. One hand grenade was recovered from his possession, while another concealed grenade was subsequently recovered from the forest area following his disclosure.
An FIR has been registered at Police Station Tangmarg, and further investigation is underway to ascertain the source of the explosives, their intended use and any possible links.
Baramulla Police reiterated its commitment to maintaining peace and security in the district and appreciated the coordinated efforts of the participating security forces.
