Srinagar August 13:(KNS) Police in Srinagar solved a theft case by arresting an accused person involved in the crime and recovered 08 stolen bikes.

Police Station Sadder received a complaint from Riyaz Ahmad Malik resident of Gulshan Nagar Chanapora that his bike bearing registration No.JK01K-3589 has been stolen by some unknown persons.

Accordingly, a case under relevant sections of law was registered in Police Station Sadder and investigation was set into motion.

During the course of investigation, officers taking assistance of modern techniques learnt about the involvement of one accused person identified as Fahad Nazir Bhat resident of Watalkadal Safakadal Srinagar and subsequently arrested him. During questioning, officers learnt about his involvement in the commission of crime and on his disclosure recovered the stolen bike. During further questioning, 07 more bikes were recovered on his disclosure. He has been shifted to Police Station Sadder where he remains in custody.

Community members have applauded the efforts made by the Srinagar police in solving the case. We assure community members that police have resolved to act tough against individuals involved in criminal activities.(KNS)