09/08/2026
*POLICE MEDIA CELL DODA*
*Doda Police Solved Saria Theft Case Within Days; Stolen Material Worth ₹6–7 Lakh Recovered, 04 Accused Arrested*
Doda, August 08:
In a swift and successful investigation, District Police Doda has solved a theft case involving approximately 100 bundles of Saria weighing around 10 tonnes, recovered the entire stolen property and arrested 04 accused persons within a few days of registration of the case.
On 05.08.2026, a written complaint was received at Police Post Bhalla, under the jurisdiction of Police Station Bhaderwah, regarding the theft of approximately 100 bundles of Saria, weighing around 10 tonnes. Acting promptly on the complaint, FIR No. 127/2026 under Section 303(2) BNS was registered at Police Station Bhaderwah and investigation was set into motion.
During the course of investigation, the police team led by IC Police Post Bhalla under the jurisdiction of PS Bhadarwah with the assistance of human intelligence and technical resources, developed vital leads regarding the stolen property and the persons involved. Several suspects were rounded up for questioning, and sustained investigation led to the identification of the accused persons and recovery of the entire stolen Saria.
The arrested accused persons have been identified as:
1. Fareed Ahmed S/o Bashir Ahmed, R/o Rakh Jarogh, Tehsil Batote, District Ramban.
2. Alif Din S/o Habbiullah, R/o Rakh Jarog, Batote, District Ramban.
3. Mumtaz Ali S/o Abdul Gani, R/o Thopal, District Ramban.
4. Rinku Kumar S/o Madan Lal, R/o Dralta, Tehsil Batote, District Ramban.
On the disclosures of the accused persons, the police recovered the entire stolen Saria comprising approximately 100 bundles and weighing around 10 tonnes, having an estimated value of ₹6–7 lakh.
With the recovery of the entire stolen property, 100% recovery has been achieved, marking a significant breakthrough in the case.
The prompt action and effective investigation by IC Police Post Bhalla and his team, supported by technical assistance and human intelligence, resulted in the swift detection of the case, arrest of all four accused and complete recovery of the stolen property.
District Police Doda remains committed to protecting the property and interests of citizens and ensuring that persons involved in criminal activities are dealt with strictly in accordance with law.