PULWAMA — Police in Pulwama have solved a nearly two-month-old fatal hit-and-run case with the arrest of the accused driver and seizure of the vehicle involved in the accident, officials said.
The case pertains to September 4, 2026, when a pedestrian, identified as Inthakab Khan, son of Sheraz Khan, a resident of Rajouri, was killed after being hit by an unidentified vehicle in the Babhar area of Pulwama. The driver had fled the scene following the accident.
Police had registered FIR No. 161/2026 under Sections 281 and 125(A) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) at Police Station Pulwama.
During the investigation, police pursued multiple leads and used technical assistance to identify the vehicle involved in the accident. Their efforts led to the identification and seizure of a Hyundai Venue bearing registration number JK13F-9915 on October 30.
The accused driver, identified as Asif Illahi, son of Ghulam Mohidin, a resident of Shadimarg, was also arrested in connection with the case.
Police said the successful investigation reflected their commitment to ensuring accountability and bringing those involved in road accidents to justice.
The efforts of Pulwama Police were appreciated by the general public and the bereaved family, officials added. — (KIMS)