A police officer was shot useless by a terrorist within the metropolis’s Khanyar space right here on Sunday, prompting a powerful response from varied quarters, whilst Jammu and Kashmir Police Chief Dilbagh Singh mentioned the criminals have been recognized and can be introduced in. For speedy justice.
Probationary sub-inspector Arshid Ahmed, a resident of Kupwara district, was shot useless when he was on his approach again from a hospital the place he had taken one of many accused for a checkup.
The CCTV footage of the incident confirmed {that a} terrorist in Khanyar shot the officer from behind at the very least twice with a pistol, injuring him.
Officials mentioned the sub-inspector was taken to SKIMS in Soura, however he succumbed to his accidents.
He mentioned that the incident occurred at 1.35 pm.
A wreath laying ceremony was held at District Police Lines right here by which officers of civil administration, police and different safety forces led by the DGP of Jammu and Kashmir paid floral tributes to the martyred officer.
Talking to reporters, Singh mentioned that the perpetrators behind the homicide have been recognized and they are going to be dropped at justice quickly.
The DGP described the homicide of the youth workplace as a really unhappy incident.
“We have misplaced a courageous younger officer who was on the edge of service. He was studying the nuances of policing. He was deputed to the hospital to analyze one of many accused and was shot useless on his approach again from the hospital.
“He was immediately taken to a hospital, but, unfortunately, he succumbed to his injuries. This is a very sad loss for us and the family and we express our condolences,” the DGP mentioned.
Singh mentioned that the perpetrators of the crime have been recognized and they are going to be dropped at justice.
“Every lack of life is a matter of concern for us, be it police or civilian or SF (safety pressure) personnel. Those concerned in crimes of killing civilians or SF individuals (previously) have been dropped at justice. And on this explicit case additionally, our investigative businesses, our operational groups are working and shortly we can deal with the matter.”
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha condemned the killing and mentioned, “It is the handiwork of the enemies of humanity and peace. Their supreme sacrifice will not go in vain, terrorists will be punished for this act. Heartfelt condolences to the family of the martyr.”
National Conference (NC) president and Member of Parliament Farooq Abdullah condemned the “abominable act of violence”.
“This incident is a grim reminder of the entangled fate of our region. Such incidents will not lead to peace; Such dastardly acts of violence will only hinder the return of much-awaited peace in the region,” Abdullah mentioned.
He expressed his deepest condolences to the bereaved household and prayed for everlasting peace for the departed within the highest echelons of heaven.
NC Vice President Omar Abdullah termed the assault as cowardly.
“Sad to hear about the death in line of duty of @JmuKmrPolice Sub Inspector Arshid Mir in a dastardly attack in the heart of Srinagar city. A young life with so much promise, another bereaved family. May Allah give place to Arshid in Paradise,” he tweeted.
Sorry to listen to concerning the loss of life of Sub Inspector Arshid Mir within the line of obligation @JmuKmrPolice In a dastardly assault within the coronary heart of Srinagar metropolis. A younger life with a lot promise, one other bereaved household. May Allah give Arshid a spot in paradise.
— Omar Abdullah (@OmarAbdullah) September 12, 2021
PDP President Mehbooba Mufti expressed her condolences to the household of the police officer.
“Sad to listen to concerning the loss of life of J&Ok Police Sub Inspector Arshid Ahmed killed by terrorists in Khanyar right this moment. May his soul relaxation in peace and condolences to his household.”
The People’s Conference (PC) additionally condemned the “cowardly and cowardly” assault on Ahmed. “We express our heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family. Our thoughts and prayers are with him in this hour of grief,” PC wrote on Twitter.
PC President Sajjad Lone mentioned that the killing has elevated the military of orphans.
“SI Arshid Ahmed received martyred. May Allah give him paradise. Terrorists have as soon as once more elevated the military of orphans.
The Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) strongly condemned this “horrific act”, terming it unlucky, senseless and inhuman. The JKPCC in an announcement mentioned the killing was barbaric and demanded strict motion towards the killers.
BJP normal secretary Sangathan Ashok Kaul expressed deep condolences to the bereaved household and mentioned such inhuman acts won’t ever be tolerated, and demanded that such assaults be acknowledged for stringent punishment.
Netizens additionally expressed grief over the homicide.
Saddam, a former batchmate of the slain police officer and now a Jammu and Kashmir Administrative Service officer, mentioned he couldn’t imagine that his pal was no extra.
Lost a former batchmate, a pal, a platoon member PSI Arshid Mir. I nonetheless cannot imagine that the one who stood to my left sporting PAU 257 and Mine 256 is gone. The killers can be punished. RIP courageous coronary heart.@mukesh_ips_jk @sandeep_ips_jkp pic.twitter.com/9NSvPyitYv
— Saddam (@saddam__KAS) September 12, 2021
“Lost a former batchmate, a friend, a platoon member PSI Arshid Mir. I still can’t believe that the person who stood to my left wearing PAU 257 and MY 256 is gone. The killers will be punished,” Saddam mentioned on Twitter.
Khurshid Ahmed Malik mentioned that the cowardly assault has left one other household orphaned and it deserves the very best doable condemnation.
“Day by day we are losing our gems, this must stop, Kashmir must wake up to this endless death cycle of terror,” he mentioned.
Another consumer, Shabbir Dar, mentioned “merchants of blood” minimize a younger life too brief.
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With inputs from TheIndianEXPRESS
