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Bullet-Ridden Body Of Army Officer Found In Kashmir

Swarajya StaffMay 10, 2017, 10:34 AM | Updated 10:32 AM IST


Army officer Umar Fayaz was kidnapped by terrorists when we went to attend an event in Kulgam. (NDTV)

Army officer Umar Fayaz was kidnapped by terrorists when we went to attend an event in Kulgam. (NDTV)


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.


Further details are awaited.

With Inputs From ANI.

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