J&K: AK-47, 6 Hand Grenades Recovered After Security Forces Bust Terrorist Hideout in Poonch

Poonch: J&K: A terrorist hideout inside a natural cave in the Surankote area of Jammu Kashmir’s Poonch district was busted by security forces on Tuesday, leading to the recovery of an AK-47 rifle, six hand grenades, ammunition and medical supplies, officials said.

 

The hideout was busted during a joint operation by the Army and police in the Satharban forest area following reports of suspicious movement. Officials said an AK-47 rifle, one magazine, 30 rounds of ammunition, six hand grenades and some medical supplies were recovered from the spot. No one was arrested during the operation.

 

Meanwhile, a search operation is underway in the higher reaches of Majalta in Udhampur district and Billawar in Kathua district following reports of suspicious movement.

 

The joint operation involving Army personnel, including para commandos, and police has been underway since Monday evening.

 

Officials said no contact had been established with the suspects so far.