After CRPF personnel attacked in J&K's Kulgam, several suspects detained
What's the story
Several suspects have been detained for questioning following a terror attack on a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) post in Kulgam district, Jammu and Kashmir. The attack, which took place on Wednesday, left three CRPF personnel injured. In response to the incident, security forces launched a massive cordon and search operation to track down the attackers.
Operation details
Security forces continue to maintain a heightened vigil
The search operation entered its third day on Friday, with security forces continuing to maintain a heightened vigil across the district.
Barricades have been set up and armored vehicles deployed at several locations as part of these efforts.
Vehicles are being stopped and frisked at security checkpoints as forces intensify surveillance in the area, officials said.
Investigation progress
NIA team visits site
Security agencies are also using human and technical intelligence to gather leads and track the terrorists involved in the attack.
A team of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Thursday also visited the site.
The team reportedly collected forensic evidence to establish the sequence of events and gather clues about those involved in the attack.
Valley-wide security
Warning issued to personnel before attack
According to an India Today report, two days before the attack a young boy had issued a warning to the personnel.
The boy, believed to be a Class 10 student, approached the post and said, "Hum tumhe chhodenge nahi" (We will not spare you), sources told the channel.
The threat was initially dismissed by the CRPF personnel.
But following Wednesday's attack, police were trying to find out who the boy was.