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J-K: Jawan, civilian injured after militants open fire in Anantnag

Two persons were injured in firing by militants on a security forces checkpoint in Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir…

J-K: Jawan, civilian injured after militants open fire in Anantnag

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Two persons were injured in firing by militants on a security forces checkpoint in Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday, police said.

One security forces jawan and a civilian sustained injuries in the firing incident, they added.

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According to the official, the security forces signalled a private car to stop for checking, but the militants onboard did not stop and opened fire.

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The police and CRPF had established a check point at Lazibal in Anantnag following information about the movement of militants through the area, he said.

An alert has been issued across south Kashmir to track down the militants, he informed.

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