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J&K: Security forces open fire on terrorists in Pulwama after weapon snatching incident, 2 killed

J&K: Security forces open fire on terrorists in Pulwama after weapon snatching incident, 2 killed

Encounter in J&K

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Searches are going on at the encounter site as authorities suspect a third terrorist is also roaming around in the area.

At least two terrorists have been killed in an encounter with security forces in Jammu and Kashmir'sPulwama district.

The firing occurred after the terrorists reportedly tried to snatch a weapon of a security personnel of a BJP leader.

"Bodies of two militants have been recovered so far. Their identities are being ascertained," a police spokesman said.

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The terrorists on Thursday had tried to snatch the rifle of a constable who is the PSO of BJP leader Anwar Khanat Balhama in Pulwama district.

The police personnel accompanying BJP leader foiled the attempt, during which hereceived a bullet injury.

Searches are going on at the encounter site as authorities suspect athird terrorist is also roaming around in the area.