School Van Driver Detained in Jammu Over Pakistani Contacts, Grenades Found Nearby
Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir have made a significant recovery, seizing a suspected IED-type box containing two grenades in the Sunderbani belt of Rajouri district on Friday. This discovery prompted troops to immediately cordon off the area for safety and investigation purposes. The incident follows closely on the heels of another security alert, where a school van driver was detained in Jammu over suspected terror links, specifically due to three Pakistani contacts found on his cellphone.
Discovery of Suspicious Box Near Water Body
According to official reports, the recovery of the suspicious box occurred after locals spotted it near a water body in Thandapani, which is in close proximity to the Government Degree College in Sunderbani. Upon noticing the unusual object, the residents promptly alerted the police, demonstrating community vigilance in the region.
A team of security personnel was swiftly dispatched to the site to secure the area and assess the situation. The bomb disposal squad was subsequently called in to safely destroy the material, ensuring no threat remained to public safety. This proactive response highlights the ongoing efforts to maintain security in sensitive areas of Jammu and Kashmir.
Driver Detained Over Suspected Terror Links
In a related development, on Thursday, the driver of an Army Public School van was detained in Jammu under suspicion of having terror connections. Police have launched further investigations into this matter to determine the extent of any potential threats.
An official involved in the case stated, "A preliminary examination of his cellphone revealed incoming calls from numbers starting with the '+92' country code, which is associated with Pakistan. These contacts were saved under different names, raising red flags during the investigation." This detail underscores the seriousness of the situation and the need for thorough scrutiny.
The suspect has been handed over to the Chatta Police Post for further probe, where authorities will continue to gather evidence and interrogate him to uncover any possible links to terrorist activities. These incidents collectively point to heightened security concerns in the region, with forces remaining on high alert to prevent any untoward events.
