Key Takeaways
- A truck driver was killed in a firing incident near Baramulla, sparking concerns over terrorist activity in the region.
- The incident highlights the ongoing security challenges in the region, with security forces on high alert.
- The truck driver was killed despite being evacuated to GMC Baramulla, where he was declared dead.
Srinagar : On specific input based on a specific intelligence about move of terrorists, a Mobile Vehicle Check Post (MVCP) was established by Security Forces.
One speeding suspicious civil truck was spotted. When challenged, the truck didn’t stop despite repeated warnings instead Driver accelerated further while crossing the check post. Alert troops pursued the vehicle for over 23 km. Shots were fired aiming on tyres to deflate which forced vehicle to halt at Sangrama Chowk. Consequent to detailed search, the injured driver was immediately evacuated to GMC Baramulla by Security Forces where he was declared dead.
The fully loaded truck has been sent to nearest police station. Detailed search of the truck in police custody is underway and investigation on antecedents of the suspect is in progress.
Further details awaited.
