KULGAM: Jammu and Kashmir Police on Monday solved a hit-and-run case in Kulgam by tracing and arresting the suspected driver within two hours of the incident.
According to police, an unknown vehicle, allegedly being driven at high speed, hit a load carrier on October 25, leaving its occupants seriously injured. The injured were immediately shifted to a nearby hospital for treatment and later referred to Government Medical College (GMC) Anantnag due to the critical nature of their injuries.
In connection with the incident, a case was registered at Police Station Kulgam under FIR No. 203/2026 under relevant sections of law, and an investigation was initiated.
A police team from Police Station Kulgam examined CCTV footage and technical evidence to identify the suspected offending vehicle. Through coordinated efforts, police traced the vehicle and apprehended the accused driver from the Chimmer area within two hours of the incident.
The accused was identified as Mohammad Asif Lone, son of Abdul Rehman Lone, a resident of Chimmer in DH Pora.
Police said further investigation was underway to establish all relevant facts and complete the necessary legal formalities.
