Encounter breaks out in south Kashmir's Shopian
Encounter broke out after security forces launched a search operation in the area: official
09:44 AM Jan 05, 2024 IST | GK Web Desk
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Srinagar, Jan 05: A gunfight broke out between terrorists and security forces in Chotipora area of south Kashmir’s Shopian district on Friday, police said.
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A police officer said that a joint team of police, CRPF and army launched a cordon and search operation in the area following inputs about the presence of terrorists.
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As the joint team of security forces approached the suspected spot, the hiding terrorists fired upon the forces, triggering off a gunfight.
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