They have been identified as Showket Islam Dar, Aijaz Ahmad Lone, Aijaz Gulzar Lone, Manzoor Ahmad Bhat and Nasser Ahmad Shah – all residents of Lelhar Pulwama
Preliminary investigation revealed that the module was acting as sleeper cell and were involved in procurement as well as transportation of arms/ammunition. They were also involved in carrying out grenade attacks on security forces at the behest of their handlers
Incriminating materials including arms/ammunition have been recovered from their possession. Accordingly, a case under relevant sections of law has been registered at PS Kakapora. Further investigation into the matter is in progress: J&K Police