Sopore, August 7: J&K Police in Sopore has achieved a significant breakthrough in a case involving impersonation of police officials, assault and extortion, with the arrest of one accused.
A Spokesperson said that Police Post Bus Stand received a complaint from Nazir Ahmad Lone son of Ali Mohammad Lone resident of Shahgund Naidkhai, Bandipora, stating that he had been assaulted by two unknown persons who allegedly impersonated police officials and extorted ₹10,000 from him. On receipt of the complaint, FIR No. 194/2026 under Sections 308(5), 351, 131, 126, 319(2) and 3(5) of the BNS was registered at Police Station Sopore and investigation was taken up. During the course of investigation and sustained efforts, one accused identified as Junaid Ahmad Gojree son of Nazir Ahmad Gojree resident of Model Town-D, Sopore was arrested for his alleged involvement in the offence. One more accused involved in the case is yet to be arrested, and efforts are underway to apprehend him at the earliest.
Police reiterates its zero-tolerance approach towards impersonation, extortion and other criminal activities. The public is advised to remain vigilant and immediately report any person attempting to intimidate or demand money while falsely posing as a police official. Further investigation of the case is in progress.
