Shopian, Apr 19 : An encounter broke out between militants and government forces in Zeipora village of South Kashmir’s Shopian district on Monday.
An official told that a joint team of Police, Army and CRPF launched a Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) on specific information about the presence of militants in the area.
He said as the joint team of forces approached towards the suspected spot, the hiding militants fired upon them, which was retaliated, thus triggering an encounter.
A senior police officer also confirmed the exchange of fire between forces and militants.
Encounter has started at #Zeipora area of #Shopian. Police an security forces are on the job. Futher details shall follow. @JmuKmrPolice
— Kashmir Zone Police (@KashmirPolice) April 19, 2021
As per the sources, two to three militants are believed to be trapped in the area—(KNO)
