The Kishtwar Police have arrested an absconder who had been on the run for nine years. The arrest was made on February 14, 2024, and the absconder was identified as Mubarak Bakatir, a resident of Srinagar.
Bakatir was wanted in a case registered in 2015 under sections 419 and 420 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), which relate to cheating and forgery. The police had been searching for him for nine years, but he was finally apprehended after they received a tip-off about his whereabouts.
The arrest of Bakatir is a significant achievement for the Kishtwar Police, and it reaffirms their commitment to ensuring the safety and security of the community. The police have warned all absconders to surrender at the nearest police station, otherwise they will face stern action under the law.
