Security forces on Thursday night arrested a suspsect in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district, who was found to be carrying hand grenades, explosive substances, and other incriminating materials.
According to news agency ANI, preliminary investigation revealed the suspect's identity as Mohd Shabir, who was in touch with a PoK handler Azim Khan, who directed him to collect the consignment from Surankot town.
After the suspect was apprehended, security forces recovered three HE 36 hand grenades, along with explosive substances. Firearms, including an AK rifle, were also recovered.
News agency PTI reported that a brief encounter also took place in border district as security forces were carrying out a search operation.
A major search operation has also been launched to track down any remaining militants in the area.
(With PTI inputs)
Published 13 September 2024, 04:13 IST