Jammu and Kashmir Police have questioned more than 300 Over Ground Workers (OGWs) in connection with the attack on a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) post in Kulgam district that left three personnel injured, officials said on Friday.
A massive search operation to track down the attackers continued for the third consecutive day, with security forces extending searches to nearby villages and surrounding areas.
A senior police officer told the news agency Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that around 300 OGWs had been questioned as part of the investigation. “Till now, 300 OGWs have been questioned. Assailants will soon be nailed,” the officer said.
The officer added that questioning OGWs was part of the investigation and that several people had been released after questioning.
NIA Joins Probe, Collects Forensic Evidence
A team from the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has also joined the investigation and visited the site of the attack to collect forensic evidence, KNO reported.
Investigating agencies are examining footage from CCTV cameras installed in nearby areas to identify the attackers, trace their movements and establish their possible escape routes.
Security agencies are also using human and technical intelligence to gather information about those involved in the attack.
Search teams are combing residential areas, orchards and nearby villages. Sniffer dogs have also been deployed to assist security personnel in the operation.
Security Tightened Across Kashmir
The attack took place on Wednesday when terrorists opened fire on a CRPF post in Akhran village of South Kashmir’s Kulgam district, injuring three personnel.
Following the firing, security forces launched a cordon and search operation across the area to track down the attackers.
On Friday, barricades were erected and armoured vehicles deployed at several locations across the district. Vehicles were being stopped and frisked at security checkpoints as forces maintained a heightened vigil.
Senior police officers and officials from other security agencies also visited the site to assess the situation and review security arrangements.
Security has been tightened in other parts of the Valley as well, with police, Army and paramilitary personnel conducting random vehicle checks in Srinagar and other districts of Kashmir.
