Decades on the Run: Fugitive Arrested in J&K After 39 Years

After almost 39 years on the run, Bashir Ahmad Ganaie, accused of abduction and rape in 1987, was apprehended in Budgam, Jammu and Kashmir. The police successfully conducted a coordinated operation leading to his arrest, marking a significant breakthrough in this long-standing case.

In a notable law enforcement achievement, police in Jammu and Kashmir's Budgam district have arrested a fugitive who has been evading capture for almost four decades. The arrest stems from a 1987 case involving charges of abduction and rape.

Identified as Bashir Ahmad Ganaie, the accused hails from Drer Kalipora in the Shopian district and was currently residing in Kulgam when he was finally captured. This significant breakthrough was announced by a police spokesperson who credited a well-coordinated operation for the successful arrest.

The case had been a longstanding challenge for the police, as Ganaie had managed to remain at large for nearly 39 years. His apprehension marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing efforts to resolve cold cases in the region.

(With inputs from agencies.)