Kishtwar, Oct 16: A Special Police Officer (SPO) who had gone missing along with his service rifle in Kishtwar district has been found dead, officials said on Friday.
The deceased has been identified as Bashir Ahmed, son of Musa Dhar, a resident of Wanipora Trigam, who was posted at Pedil police post.
His body was recovered early Friday morning, with his service rifle lying nearby, according to information provided by officials.
A Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) team has reached the spot to examine the scene and help ascertain the cause of death.
The circumstances surrounding Ahmed’s disappearance and death remain unclear. Further investigation is underway. [KNT]
