Srinagar: Pulwama police have claimed to have arrested two associates of the Jaish-e-Muhammad militant outfit. According to police, ammunition was also recovered from them.
The two accused were arrested in a joint operation by Pulwama police, 44 Rashtriya Rifles and 182 Battalion CRPF, following a tip-off.
According to police, the accused were in contact with commanders of the Jaish-e-Muhammad militant group and were involved in transporting arms and ammunition and providing other logistical support to strengthen the militant network.
The arrested persons have been identified as Adil Ali, a resident of Achhan, Pulwama and Asif Gulzar of Darpura, Pulwama.
Meanwhile, the police have registered a case under the relevant sections of the IPC at the Liter police station. An investigation into the matter is underway.
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