J-K: 2 LeT terrorists who killed security personnel in Kokernag gunfight trapped in Anantnag
Three dedicated officers from the security forces, including a respected army colonel, lost their lives during a fierce gunfight with terrorists in the Kokernag area of Anantnag district in Kashmir.
The Jammu and Kashmir Police today (September 14) said it has encircled two Lashkar-e-Toiba (Let) terrorists including Uzair Khan, who on Wednesday killed three security officers, in the Kokernag area of Anantnag district.
In solemn tribute to the unwavering valor of Col Manpreet Singh,Major Ashish Dhonak & DSP Humayun Bhat who laid down their lives leading from the front during this ongoing operation. Our forces persist with unwavering resolve as they encircle 2 LET terrorists including Uzair Khan
— Kashmir Zone Police (@KashmirPolice) September 14, 2023
In a tragic incident, an army colonel, a major and a senior police official lost their lives during a fierce gunfight with terrorists in the Kokernag area of Anantnag district in Kashmir. Colonel Manpreet Singh, Major Ashish Dhonak and Deputy Superintendent of Jammu and Kashmir Police Humayun Bhat were killed.
Uzair Khan active terrorist of Let
Uzair Ahmad Khan (28) has been an active terrorist of Let since July 2022. “In solemn tribute to the unwavering valour of Col Manpreet Singh, Major Ashish Dhonak &DSP Humayun Bhat, who laid down their lives leading from the front during this ongoing operation. Our forces persist with unwavering resolve as they encircle 2 LET terrorists including Uzair Khan,” the Kashmir Zone Police said in a post on X.
This encounter unfolded on Wednesday morning as part of a mission to locate and apprehend terrorists believed to be hiding in the Gadole area, as reported by officials. The operation against the terrorists initially commenced on Tuesday evening but was temporarily halted during the night for safety considerations. Subsequently, on Wednesday morning, authorities resumed their pursuit of the terrorists following credible information indicating their presence at a concealed location. These developments were disclosed by official sources to PTI, shedding light on the ongoing security challenges in the region.
As the joint team of forces approached towards the suspected spot, the hiding terrorists fired upon the forces, triggering off a gunfight.
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