Hit-And-Run Case Solved In Kulgam , Driver Arrested In Two Hours: Police

Kulgam | October 26: Police on Monday cracked a hit-and-run case within two hours of the incident by arresting the accused driver who had critically injured load carrier occupants in Kulgam.
In a statement issued here on Monday, Police said that on 25th October an unknown vehicle, allegedly being driven at a high speed, hit a load carrier, resulting in serious injuries to its occupants. The injured persons were immediately shifted to a nearby hospital for medical treatment and were subsequently referred to GMC Anantnag, owing to the critical nature of their injuries. In this connection, a case under FIR No. 203/2026 under relevant sections of law was registered at Police Station Kulgam, and an investigation was initiated.
Acting swiftly, a police team from Police Station Kulgam thoroughly examined the CCTV footage and technical evidences. Through coordinated efforts, Police traced the suspected offending vehicle and apprehended the accused driver, identified as Mohammad Asif Lone S/O Abdul Rehman Lone, R/O Chimmer, DH Pora, from the Chimmer area within two hours of the occurrence. Further investigation is underway to establish all relevant facts and complete the necessary legal formalities.