Awantipora : Police on Friday cracked a sheep theft case within 24 hours of reporting, arresting one accused and recovering all 31 stolen livestock in Awantipora.
In a statement issued here on Friday, Police said the case was initiated following a written complaint lodged at Police Post Aripal on October 15, 2026, by Ghulam Ahmad Hajam R/O Satoora, Aripal, reporting that 31 sheep were stolen from his cowshed during the preceding night. FIR No. 115/2026 was registered at Police Station Tral.
Investigating teams from Police Post Aripal analyzed CCTV footage across multiple locations, identifying and apprehending the suspect, Mohd Talib Burwal @ Muna Bakerwal S/O Mohd Fareed Burwal R/O Gampul Malpora, Domi, Akhnoor, Jammu, presently R/O Seer Pastoona. Based on disclosures made by the accused, all 31 stolen sheep were recovered. Further investigation into the matter is underway, with Police reiterating its commitment to safeguarding public property.
