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Terrorists attack CRPF personnel in Jammu and Kashmir's Kulgam district

Two unidentified assailants on a motorcycle opened fire at a security naka on Wednesday afternoon, injuring personnel.

Two unidentified motorcycle-borne assailants opened fire at a security party in Jammu and Kashmir's Kulgam district on Wednesday afternoon, according to reports by News18 and PTI.

The incident occurred around 2.15 pm when the attackers fired at Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel deployed at a naka before fleeing the spot.

The attack resulted in injuries to the security personnel. While News18 reported two personnel were injured, PTI and Business Today reported that three CRPF personnel sustained injuries.

The injured personnel were shifted to the Government Medical College (GMC) in Anantnag district for treatment, the CRPF said.

Following the attack, the CRPF retaliated and launched a counter-operation, and quick-reaction teams reached the site, Business Today reported.

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