Srinagar, Oct 16 (KNS): A Special Police Officer (SPO) who had gone missing along with his service rifle in Kishtwar district was found dead near his residence on Friday, officials said.
The deceased was identified as Bashir Ahmed, 55, a resident of Wanipora Trigam.
According to officials, Ahmed was posted at the Pedil police post since 2025 and had gone missing from his post along with his service self-loading rifle (SLR) and a magazine. Following this, police and security forces launched a search operation to trace him.
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His body was found near his residence on Friday, and the service rifle was also recovered, the official said.
A Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) team reached the spot. The cause of death remains unclear, and an investigation is underway, the officer added.
Police have taken cognizance of the incident and initiated a probe. (KNS)
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