Kangan, Ganderbal: Residents were left shaken after several severed animal skulls were found dumped near the Nallah Sindh in Gonsi Mohalla. The grisly discovery, made by locals who alerted the police, has stirred unease in a community already on edge over recent reports about rotten meat in the area.
Officers from the Kangan police reached the site, collected the remains and handed them over to veterinary and forensic teams for examination. Authorities said they will determine the species, cause of death and whether the animals show signs of disease or illegal slaughter.
Video clips and photos of the recovered skulls circulated on social media, amplifying public concern and prompting calls for a thorough, transparent probe. Neighbours and community leaders demanded that officials trace where the animals came from and whether any illicit trade or unsafe disposal practices are involved.
Local health and veterinary officials have been asked to run laboratory tests to rule out any public‑health risks. Civic groups urged the district administration to tighten oversight of slaughterhouses, transport permits and certification processes to prevent such incidents from recurring.
Police said they have registered an inquiry and are reviewing CCTV footage and witness statements. They appealed to anyone with information about suspicious activity near the riverbank to come forward to help the investigation. Officials promised to share findings as soon as forensic results are available, hoping to calm fears and restore confidence in local food‑safety controls.
