Absconder Wanted Since 1989 Arrested by Shopian Police

Shopian, October 17:
Continuing its sustained efforts to bring absconding offenders to justice, Shopian Police have arrested an absconder who had been evading arrest for the past 36 years.

After consistent and dedicated efforts, Shopian Police succeeded in apprehending Ab. Rashid Sheikh, son of Ab. Rehman Sheikh, resident of Karewa Manloo, Shopian. The accused had been absconding since 1989 in connection with FIR No. 160/1989 U/S 379 RPC, 6 Forest Act, and a warrant under Section 512 CrPC had been issued against him by the Hon’ble Court of Law.

The accused was wanted for his involvement in a criminal case and had been deliberately evading the due process of law for more than three decades. His arrest marks a major success in Shopian Police’s ongoing drive to trace and apprehend long-time absconders.

The accused has been produced before the Hon’ble Court, Shopian, for further legal proceedings.

Shopian Police reiterates its firm commitment to upholding the rule of law and ensuring that those attempting to evade justice are brought before the courts to face due legal action.