Security Forces Launch Massive Search Operation After Suspicious Movement Near Tunnel in Poonch
Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir: Security forces on Tuesday launched a massive joint search operation in the Mendhar sector of Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district after suspicious movement was noticed near an under-construction tunnel. Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel
According to officials, a security guard deployed at the construction site noticed the movement and immediately fired three to four rounds as a precautionary measure.
No casualties or damage to property have been reported so far, officials said.
Following the incident, a joint search operation began at around 6 am. Personnel from the Jammu and Kashmir Police, Special Operations Group (SOG) and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) were deployed to search forest areas around Bhatadurian, Sangiot and adjoining locations.
Security personnel are conducting searches across the surrounding forest areas to establish the nature of the suspicious movement and ensure that there is no security threat in the area.
Officials said that further details are awaited as the search operation continues.
Key Points
- Suspicious movement was reported near an under-construction tunnel in Mendhar.
- A security guard fired three to four rounds as a precaution.
- A joint search operation began around 6 am.
- Police, SOG and CRPF personnel are involved.
- Search operations are underway in Bhatadurian, Sangiot and nearby forest areas.
- No casualties or property damage have been reported so far.
