Joint Operation Involving Police, BSF, Army and CRPF Leads to Recovery of Explosives in Tangmarg
BARAMULLA, November 12: In a significant success during an anti-terror operation, Baramulla Police, in a joint operation with security forces, apprehended a suspicious individual and recovered two hand grenades from the Baderkoot forest area of Tangmarg in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district on Wednesday.
According to officials, the operation was jointly carried out by Baramulla Police, CICT Ftr BSF (112/06 Bn), 2 Rashtriya Rifles (RR) and CRPF 176 Battalion in the forest area of Baderkoot.
During the operation, security personnel apprehended a suspicious individual identified as Ghulam Jeelani Reshi, son of Baderkoot, Tangmarg, after conducting searches in the area. One hand grenade was recovered from his possession during the initial search.
Subsequently, acting on the disclosure made by the apprehended individual, security forces recovered another hand grenade concealed at a location within the forest area, taking the total number of recovered grenades to two.
Following the recovery, an FIR has been registered at Police Station Tangmarg, and further investigation has been initiated to establish the source of the recovered explosives, their intended use and whether the apprehended individual had any links with other individuals or networks involved in unlawful activities.
Investigating agencies are also examining the circumstances surrounding the possession and concealment of the grenades to ascertain any possible security implications.
Baramulla Police reiterated its firm commitment to maintaining peace, public safety and security across the district. The police also appreciated the coordinated efforts and cooperation of all participating security forces, stating that such joint operations play a crucial role in strengthening the security grid and preventing potential threats.
Further details are awaited as the investigation progresses.
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