BARAMULLA, Oct 27: Acting on specific information regarding presence of terrorists in Wanseeran Taripora jungle area of PS Sheeri, District Baramulla, joint teams of Police, Army 52 RR, 46 RR and 53 Bn CRPF  launched cordon and search operation in the area. During search the terrorists taking refuge in the said area fired upon the search party, which was retaliated triggering off an encounter.

During the ensuing encounter one jawan of 52 RR got injured and was evacuated for medical treatment, who later on attained martyrdom.

One terrorist of LeT namely Nisar Ahmad Bhat S/O Mohd Akbar Bhat R/O Shrakwara Kreeri, District Baramulla was apprehended alive.

Another terrorist of LeT, FT Usman of Pakistan, who is wanted in various cases, is being pursued.

01 modified AKS 74u, 01 magazine, 28 rounds among other incriminating materials have been recovered from the apprehended terrorist.

In this regard case under relevant sections of law stands registered in Police Station Sheeri and investigation taken up.