Motorcycle-borne terrorists attack CRPF team in J-K’s Kulgam; 3 jawans injured

The incident took place when unidentified gunmen opened fire at the CRPF personnel deployed at a naka.

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A firing incident targeting a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) naka party was reported in Jammu and Kashmir's Kulgam district, in south Kashmir, leaving three jawans injured.

The incident occurred when terrorists opened fire at CRPF personnel deployed at the checkpoint. A search and cordon operation has since been launched to track down the attackers.

According to officials, the motorcycle-borne terrorists opened fire at the CRPF personnel at around 2:15 pm before fleeing the spot. The injured jawan was shifted to a hospital in Anantnag district for treatment.

Further details about the incident and the identity of those involved are awaited.

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