Three Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists arrested in Jammu & Kashmir’s Sopore

As many as three Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorists were arrested in Sopore town of Baramulla district of Jammu and Kashmir. These terrorists were likely to carry out attack on security forces.

Based on specific information regarding the movement of three suspected individuals from Wadoora Bala to Sonarwain Bridge, a joint naka was established by 22 RR, Sopore Police, and 179 Bn CRPF near the village of Wadoora Bala.

While checking at the naka, it was observed that three persons were moving towards it in suspicious conditions. The naka party observed their suspicious body language and subsequently asked them to stop.

However, suspected individuals tried to flee from the spot, taking cover of darkness but were nabbed by alert and vigilant troops.

The troops assessed the situation and displayed extreme restraint and did not open fire, keeping in mind the darkness and to avoid any civilian casualties.

The arrested terrorists are identified as Tufail Ahmad, Owais Ahmad and Shabir Ahmad. Around three pistols, three magazines, 22 rounds of pistols, one grenade and Rs 79,800 cash were recovered from their possession.

A case has been registered at police station in Bomai under relevant sections and further investigation is underway.

Source: India Today