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Bullet-Ridden Body Of Army Officer Found In Kashmir
Swarajya Staff
May 10, 2017, 10:34 AM | Updated 10:32 AM IST
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The body of an Army Lieutenant was found with multiple bullet injuries in Herman in Shopian district of South Kashmir. Umar Fayaz, the slain officer was a resident of Kulgam district and had joined the Army six months ago.
According to reports, he was abducted by terrorists yesterday (Tuesday) following which he was shot dead and his body was disposed of.
South Kashmir has been at the centre of violent protests that erupted in the state following the killing of Hizbul Mujahideen terrorist Burhan Wani. This area of Kashmir has been a fertile ground for militancy and seen lot of violence since Pakistan-sponsored and separatist-staged protests erupted.
On 24 April, militants killed ruling Peoples Democratic Party leader Abdul Gani. By some accounts, Hizbul Mujahideen and Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists are roaming freely in South Kashmir and enjoy widespread support from the local population. Therefore, it won’t be surprising if a future probe in this case points fingers at these organisations.
Further details are awaited.
With Inputs From ANI.
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