Notorious Criminal Detained under Public Safety Act.

Poonch, April 28

In a decisive action to curb activities prejudicial to public order, District Police Poonch has detained a notorious criminal under the Public Safety Act (PSA).

The detained individual, Mohd Yousaf S/O Hakim Din R/O Salwah, Tehsil Mendhar, has a long history of involvement in criminal activities. Several FIRs have been registered against him at Police Station Mendhar, including:

• FIR No. 129/2018 U/S 353/382 RPC

• FIR No. 24/2019 U/S 341/323/147/336/382 RPC

• FIR No. 217/2024 U/S 109/191(2)/191(3)/115(2)/307 BNS & 4/25 Arms Act

• FIR No. 38/2026 U/S 126(2)/115(2)/191(2)/307/351(2) BNS

Despite repeated legal action, the individual continued to engage in unlawful and anti-social activities, disturbing peace and public order in Mendhar and adjoining areas.

Considering his persistent involvement in criminal acts and the potential threat posed to public safety, a dossier was prepared and submitted to the competent authority. Upon due consideration, detention under PSA was approved.

Accordingly, the individual has been detained under PSA and lodged in District Jail Rajouri.

District Police Poonch remains committed to maintaining peace and order in the region and will continue to take stringent action against notorious criminals and anti-social elements.