Key Takeaways
- Two hybrid LeT terrorists, Irfan Bashir and Uzair Salam, were apprehended in Shopian during a Cordon and Search Operation.
- The operation was launched by SOG Shopian in coordination with 44 RR and 178 Bn CRPF.
- Arms and ammunition, including two AK-56 rifles, were recovered from the possession of the two terrorists.
As per officials, the police, on Thursday, said that two hybrid terrorists affiliated with Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) were arrested during a Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) launched in the Baskuchan area of South Kashmir’s Shopian district by SOG Shopian in coordination with 44 RR and 178 Bn CRPF, following specific input.
The area was cordoned off and movement of terrorists was noticed in a nearby orchard. Swift and coordinated action by the joint teams led to the successful surrender and arrest of the two terrorists, Irfan Bashir and Uzair Salam. This averted a potential encounter and prevented a possible attack or targeted killing.
Officials also said that arms and ammunition were recovered from their possession which include two AK-56 rifles, four magazines, 102 rounds of 7.62×39mm, two hand grenades, two pouches, ₹5400 in cash, a mobile phone, a smartwatch, two packets of biscuits, and an Aadhaar card.
An FIR has been registered under relevant sections and further investigation is underway.
