Woman killed by VDG member in accidental firing in J&K's Kishtwar

Kishtwar, July 19: A woman was killed after being hit by a bullet fired allegedly from the weapon of a Village Defence Guard (VDG) member accidently in the Chatroo area of Kishtwar district on Friday late night.

A top police officer told news agency JKNS that the incident occurred in Singpura Areagam village, from Kishtwar town. The victim has been identified as Pushpa Devi (35), wife of Rakesh Kumar, a local resident.

Initial reports suggest the firing was accidental. The woman succumbed to her injuries on the spot, the officer said.

Police have launched an investigation to ascertain the exact circumstances leading to the firing. (JKNS)