Encounter breaks out in District Kathua : J&K Police

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Militant killed in ongoing encounter in North Kashmir’s Baramulla
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NVI Correspondent

Srinagar, Sep 28 (NVI) : An encounter has started between Terrorists and Security forces Lahari village of Kathua District in Jammu region on Saturday.

A top police officer told NVI that terrorists fired upon the search party of Security forces in the Lahari Village.

“As the troops inched closer to the suspected spot, they came under heavy fire which was exchanged effectively,” the officer said.

He said two to three terrorists are believed to be trapped in the area.

Additional reinforcements have been called in to ensure terrorists don’t flee. “Cordon layers are being strengthened,” the officer said.

More details will follow.—(News Vibes of India)