In a major breakthrough for security forces, two hybrid terrorists affiliated with Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) were apprehended during a coordinated operation in the Baskuchan area of Shopian, South Kashmir. The operation, conducted by the Special Operations Group (SOG) of Jammu and Kashmir Police in collaboration with the 44 Rashtriya Rifles (RR) and 178 Battalion of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), followed specific intelligence inputs regarding terrorist activity in the southern district of Valley.
The operation began with a strategic cordon and search, effectively sealing off the area. Forces observed suspicious movement within a nearby orchard, prompting swift action that led to the capture of the suspects identified as Irfan Bashir and Uzair Salam. The operation was executed with precision, ensuring the safety of local residents while neutralizing potential threats.
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An FIR has been registered under relevant sections of the law, and an investigation is currently underway to ascertain further details and connections related to the apprehended hydrid terrorists.
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In addition to the successful apprehension, security forces recovered a substantial cache of weapons and ammunition from the possession of terrorist, including:
02 AK-56 rifles
04 magazines
102 rounds of ammunition (7.62×39mm)
02 hand grenades
02 pouches
₹5400 in cash
01 mobile phone
01 smartwatch
02 biscuit packets
01 Aadhaar card
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