Policeman killed in Budgam during CASO

Policeman killed in Budgam during CASO

SRINAGAR: Security forces launched a cordon and search operation (CASO) in Zanigam village in Beerwah area of Budgam district on Friday, following information about the presence of militants there, the officials said.
They said the search operation turned into an encounter after militants opened fire towards security forces’ positions.
Two policemen were injured in the gunbattle. They were rushed to a hospital here for treatment but one of them succumbed, the officials said.
—PTI

 

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