Baramulla, Kashmir: A shopkeeper was shot dead by unidentified gunmen at his shop in Kahjawa Bagh village of North Kashmir’s Baramulla district on Saturday, March 30. The tragic incident has left the local community in shock as authorities launch a search operation to apprehend the assailants.
The victim has been identified as Arjumaan Hussain, a resident of Old Town Baramulla. According to reports received by KNO, the gunmen entered Hussain’s shop and opened fire, leaving him critically injured. Despite attempts to save him, he succumbed to his injuries shortly after the attack.
Eyewitnesses in the area reported that the gunmen fled the scene immediately after the shooting. The incident occurred in broad daylight, raising concerns about the deteriorating security situation in the region. Local residents expressed grief and fear following the attack, demanding increased security measures to prevent such incidents in the future.
Police officials confirmed the incident to KNO, stating that a manhunt has been launched to trace the attackers. A team of security forces, including the police and the army, has cordoned off the area and initiated a thorough search operation. However, no arrests had been made at the time of reporting.
Authorities are also investigating the motive behind the attack, though no group has claimed responsibility so far. The incident marks another act of violence in the region, which has seen a surge in similar attacks targeting civilians.
The killing has sparked outrage among locals, who called for swift justice for the slain shopkeeper. Community leaders urged the administration to enhance security in Baramulla and other vulnerable areas to ensure the safety of residents and business owners.
Further updates are expected as the investigation progresses. Police have appealed to anyone with information about the attack to come forward and assist in bringing the perpetrators to justice.