Militant killed in 2nd encounter in Shalimar: Police

Srinagar, Jan 03 (KNS): A militant has been killed in the encounter that broke out in Shalimar area of Srinagar on Monday evening, following the killing of a top LeT commander in the area.

An official told Kashmir News Service (KNS) that a militant has been killed in the encounter in Gasu area of Shalimar.

He said that arms and ammunition have been recovered from the encounter site and search operation was going on. “Further details will be shared later.” 

Notably, earlier in the day, a top militant commander of LeT, Salim Parray from Hajin locality of Bandipora was killed in a brief shootout in Shalimar area. (KNS)

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