J&K: Encounter underway between security forces and terrorists in Baramulla

An encounter is underway between security forces and terrorists in Jammu and Kahmir's Baramulla's Pattan on Friday.

The encounter began after a search party was attacked by the terrorists hiding in the area.

Security forces launched a cordon and search operation in Tantray Mohalla area of Pattan in the early hours, a police official said.

No casualties have been reported so far, the official said, adding that the operation was underway till last reports came in.

Earlier on Thursday, some unidentified terrorists had targeted a CRPF camp in Awantipora area of Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama district.

The incident comes days after two LeT terrorists were killed in 32-hour gunbattle in Jammu and Kashmir's Karan Nagar area.

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