New Delhi: Terrorists targeted a CRPF camp in Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday afternoon. Two Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) soldiers were injured in the firing. According to officials, the incident occurred at the camp near Mir Bazaar at around 2:15 pm.
According to reports, unidentified assailants on motorcycles suddenly opened fire on security personnel deployed at a checkpoint in Nowpora, Akhran area, near Mir Bazaar in Kulgam district. The attackers then fled the scene.
Firing with automatic rifles
According to officials, terrorists opened fire on security personnel with automatic rifles. Two CRPF soldiers deployed at the checkpoint were injured in the attack. One of the soldiers suffered minor injuries, while the other is said to be in critical condition.
According to the CRPF, the injured soldiers have been admitted to the Government Medical College (GMC), Anantnag, for treatment. Arrangements are being made to transfer the seriously injured soldier to a military hospital for better treatment.
Search operation underway to find the attackers
Following the incident, security forces have cordoned off the entire area. A large-scale search operation is underway to locate the attackers. Officials say they are awaiting further information on the matter.