- The Victim: A 12-year-old minor girl who went missing from her home on Saturday evening, May 23, 2026.
- The Discovery: Her body was recovered by search teams on Sunday morning, May 24, approximately 200 metres from her residence.
- The Case: The Jammu and Kashmir Police registered FIR No. 139/2026 and stated that, prima facie, it is a clear case of kidnapping, rape, and murder. Local suspects are currently being questioned.
Official Directives and Responses
- LG Manoj Sinha: The Lieutenant Governor held direct consultations with the Director General of Police (DGP) and senior officials. He issued strict directives for a comprehensive, time-bound probe, promising that the perpetrators will face exemplary punishment.
- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah: Fully condemned the brutal attack, stating that “society must introspect” when young children are not safe, and assured complete state support to the investigating teams.
- Administrative Action: J&K Social Welfare Minister Sakeena Itoo visited the grieving family to extend condolences and assure them of fast-track government assistance. A 5-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed by the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Budgam to probe all angles of the crime.