A major security alert unfolded in Ramban district early Friday morning after a suspicious Scorpio vehicle allegedly breached a police checkpoint at Chanderkote and fled towards Nashri. The incident took place around 3.30 a.m. when the Scorpio, bearing registration number JK02AK-1743, was travelling from the Srinagar side towards Jammu.
Police deployed at the Chanderkote security checkpoint signalled the vehicle to stop, but the driver ignored the instructions and sped away. Sources indicate that personnel attempted to halt the fleeing vehicle by firing three rounds; however, the Scorpio continued towards Nashri. This prompted a large-scale search operation involving Jammu and Kashmir Police, the Central Reserve Police Force, and the Army.
Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Ramban, Arun Gupta, supervised the operation, ensuring that all necessary resources were mobilized to track down the vehicle. Following extensive searches, security forces seized the suspicious Scorpio near Dalwas. “The district police have seized the suspicious Scorpio near Dalwas, and further investigation is underway. Detailed information will be shared as the investigation progresses,” Gupta stated.
Authorities intensified searches across the region after the incident. Although the vehicle evaded the police checkpoint, the motive behind this action remains to be established. Investigators are considering all angles regarding this alarming incident.
Police representatives affirmed that all aspects of the event are under thorough scrutiny to ensure community safety. The swift response by various law enforcement agencies highlights their preparedness to act in critical situations. Further updates regarding the investigation will follow as intelligence develops.
