Srinagar, Apr 12 (KNS): Today afternoon an alleged incident of misbehaviour with / molestation of a girl by an army man took place in Handwara town. Within minutes public in large numbers gathered there and attacked the army bunker in Handwara chowk. They assaulted the personnel deployed there, ransacked the bunker and attempted to set fire to the bunker etc.
In retaliation the security forces deployed used force to disperse the violent rampaging mob.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp ChannelIn the process two individuals namely Mohammad Iqbal R/O Bomhama, Kupwara and Nayeem Qadir Bhat S/O Gh. Qadir Bhat R/O Banday Mohalla, Handwara, sustained fire-arm injuries. They were evacuated to hospital where they, unfortunately, succumbed to their injuries.
J&K Police deeply regrets the loss of life.
A criminal case has been registered in Police Station Handwara and investigation launched to ascertain the facts. (KNS)