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J&K police recover consignment of arms, explosives; packet suspected to be dropped by drone

The police reached the spot following information from locals about some suspicious packets lying in the area.

jammu policeThe police had rushed to the spot following information from locals about some suspicious packet lying in the area. (Representational)
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The Jammu and Kashmir Police Monday recovered a packet containing arms, ammunition and explosives in Rakh Barutia village of Vijaypur in Samba district.

A senior police officer said that the packet contained three Chinese pistols, six magazines and 48 rounds, in addition to four hand grenades. The packet is suspected to have been dropped by a drone from across the international border, he added.

The police reached the spot following information from locals about some suspicious packets lying in the area. They have also registered a case in the matter.

 

 

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