5 securitymen hurt in terror attack near Jama Masjid in Srinagar

August 15, 2016 10:06

Terrorists on Monday attacked security forces at Nowhatta in downtown Srinagar, injuring five personnel, and triggering a gunfight.

The unspecified number of terrorists fired at the security forces in the area which is close to the historic Jama Masjid.

Five security personnel were injured in the attack, a police official said.

The exchange of fire was going on at the time of filing of this report.

The attack came as the country is celebrating the 70th Independence Day.

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