Srinagar Shocker: Man Detained After Allegedly Threatening Neighbours With AK-47
A man in Srinagar's Saderbal area has been detained after allegedly threatening neighbors with an AK-47. Read the full details of the investigation.
The Srinagar Police have launched a probe and taken a man into custody following shocking allegations that he used an AK-47 rifle to threaten his neighbours. The incident, which took place in the Saderbal area of Hazratbal, has sent ripples through the local community and prompted swift action from law enforcement.
Social Media Alert Triggers Police Action
The matter came to light after a post surfaced on social media detailing the alleged intimidation. Taking immediate cognisance of the online report, the Srinagar Police registered an FIR (No. 123/2026) at the Nigeen Police Station under the relevant sections of the law.
The accused has been identified as Junaid Ahmad Band. In a twist that has added complexity to the case, it was revealed that Band is the son of a retired Deputy Superintendent of Police (DySP).
The Weapon at the Centre of Controversy
Initial police findings suggest a serious breach of security regarding the firearm used in the incident. According to official statements, the AK-47 allegedly used to threaten the neighbours was not a private weapon, but the official firearm assigned to the Personal Security Officer (PSO) deployed for the retired DySP.
This revelation has shifted the focus of the investigation toward the security personnel involved. The police are currently scrutinising the role of the PSO to determine how the weapon became accessible to the accused and the specific circumstances that led to the confrontation.
Police Warn: No One Is Above the Law
Addressing the incident, the Srinagar Police issued a firm statement emphasizing that legal protocols will be followed strictly, regardless of the accused's background. The department reiterated that "no individual is above the law" and promised that appropriate legal action would follow the conclusion of the investigation.
Call for Public Restraint
Given the sensitive nature of the incident and the involvement of a security weapon, the police have urged the general public to remain calm. Citizens have been advised to avoid engaging in speculation or spreading unverified information on social media platforms while the official inquiry is underway.