Jammu & Kashmir

Militant associate arrested during search Op in Anantnag: Police

Armed forces stand deployed in south Kashmir. [FPK File Photo/ Zainab]

Anantnag: Police along with Indian army personnel on Wednesday recovered arms and ammunition during searches in main Wopzan area of South Kashmir’s Anantnag district.

A top police officer told GNS that police along with Army’s 3 Rashtriya Rifles arrested a militant associate in main Wopzan.

He has been identified as Liyaqat Ahmad Gani son of Lateef Ahmad Gani, he said.

From his possession, one pistol, 2 Magazines, 14 rounds of pistol and incriminating material were recovered, the officer added.

Meanwhile, a case has been registered in this regard and investigation has been taken up. (GNS)

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