Man involved in ‘repeated’ criminal activities held under PSA in Doda

Jammu A man described by the police as a habitual offender was held under the Public Safety Act (PSA) for allegedly being repeatedly involved in criminal activities and has been lodged in Bhaderwah district jail, officials said. According to police records, five cases have been registered against Riaz Ahmed over the years under various provisions of law.

He is a resident of Kakriyal Jatheli in Mahalla tehsil of Doda district, they said. These cases include breach of peace, rioting, assault, damaging property, voluntarily causing hurt, mischief, wrongful restraint and disobedience.

The police said the detention was ordered under the provisions of the PSA in accordance with the prescribed legal procedure. Doda Police reiterated their commitment to maintaining public order and security, while appealing to people to cooperate with the police and report unlawful activities to the nearest police station.