February 02:`Acting tough against social crimes, Police in Awantipora have arrested 03 gamblers and seized stake money from their possession.

Acting on specific information about gambling activities in Pampore, a police party of PS Pampore raided the specific spot and arrested 03 gamblers on the spot. They have been identified as Nazir Ahmad Bohru resident of Tulbagh Pampore, Mohd Amin Khan resident of Tulbagh Pampore and Mohd Altaf Bohru resident of Frestabal Pampore.

Officers have also seized stake money of ₹8900/- and playing cards from the gamblers. They have been shifted to police station where they remain in custody.

Accordingly, a case under relevant sections of law has been registered at Police Station Pampore and further investigation has been initiated.

Persons found indulging in criminal activities shall be dealt as per law. Community members are requested to share information regarding the crimes in their neighbourhood with the local police units.```