RAWALAKOT (Kashmir English): A Rangers personnel, who was injured in a firing incident in Rawalakot on November 5, succumbed to his injuries on Monday, the Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) police spokesperson said.
Last Thursday, the JAAC miscrants opened fire on police personnel, leaving several law enforcement officials injured, during the road clearance operation in Rawalakot’s bus terminal area.
The statement issued by district police said that law enforcement agencies took action to address public disorder, violations of the law, and obstruction of roads near the bus stand.
During the incident, individuals allegedly involved in initiating the unrest and attacking police opened fire on law enforcement personnel, prompting police to retaliate.
According to the statement issued today, the martyred Naik Bostan Khan belonged to Kohat district and was serving with Sindh Rangers. He was deployed alongside AJK Police at their request to help maintain law and order in the region.
The AJK Police condemned the attack and said law enforcement personnel continued to make sacrifices while protecting the lives and property of citizens.
“This incident once again shows the violent behavior of the armed elements of the banned organization who are continuously targeting law enforcement agencies under the guise of public rights and are harming the peace and stability of the region,” it stated.
“Law enforcement officials are sacrificing their precious lives while fulfilling their responsibilities to protect the lives and property of the public and to maintain law and order. The martyrdom of Naik Bostan Khan is a continuation of these sacrifices,” the press release said.
The police expressed deep sorrow over Naik Bostan Khan’s martyrdom and extended condolences to his family, saying such incidents would not weaken the morale of law enforcement agencies.
The statement added that the government remained committed to restoring peace and maintaining the rule of law at all costs, while those responsible for attacks on security personnel would be brought to justice.
