Three Arrested in Qamarwari Axe Attack Case, Police Recover Weapon
Swift action and overnight raids lead to arrest of all accused within 24 hours, personal enmity suspected behind assault.
Srinagar, Oct 15: In a swift and coordinated operation, Srinagar Police have arrested three persons involved in the axe attack on a youth in Qamarwari area of the city. The arrests were made within 24 hours of the incident, and the weapon of offence has been recovered.
According to officials, a youth identified as Noman Yaqoob Khanday, resident of Bilal Colony, Qamarwari, was attacked with an axe by unidentified assailants near Haroon Bakery at Hilal Abad, Qamarwari on October 14. His father, Mohammad Yaqoob Khanday, promptly reported the incident to Police Post Qamarwari.
Following the complaint, a case under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) Sections 126(2), 115(2), and 109 was registered at Police Station Parimpora. A special team launched an intensive investigation, which involved collecting CCTV footage, analyzing vehicle movements, and conducting area searches.
The probe led to the identification and arrest of Sahil Yaqoob Grustoo, Farooq alias Farhan Ahmad Dar, and Bilal Ahmad Guroo, all residents of Boatman Colony, Bemina. “All three were apprehended during overnight raids, and the weapon of offence has been recovered,” police said.
Preliminary investigations suggest that the attack was driven by a personal grudge. However, officials said further inquiries are underway to explore other possible motives.
Police reiterated their commitment to maintaining law and order in Srinagar, stating that no leniency will be shown towards those involved in violent crimes. “We will continue to ensure swift justice and uphold public safety,” a police spokesperson added.
