Srinagar, Nov 05(KNS): Jammu and Kashmir Police on Tuesday said that it arrested associate in the Bongam Chogul area of Handwara in north Kashmir's Kupwara district.

"On November 5, 2024, a joint operation by Handwara Police, 22 Rashtriya Rifles (RR), and the 92 Battalion Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) led to the arrest of a terrorist associate in the Bongam Chogul area of Handwara," a Police Spokesperson said

The individual, identified as Ashiq Hussain Wani, son of Ab Kareem Wani from Tujjer Shareif, Sopore, was found in possession of a pistol, a magazine, and seven live rounds, he said.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel

"A case has been registered under FIR No. 200/2024 at Handwara Police Station. The investigation is ongoing," the police added.(KNS)