IAF Soldier Killed, 4 Injured in Terrorist Attack in J&K’s Poonch

Poonch: An Indian Air Force (IAF) convoy came under attack by terrorists in the Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday, resulting in the death of one soldier and injuries to four others.

The incident occurred near Shahsitar in Sanai village, Surankote. The injured soldiers were evacuated to the Command Hospital in Udhampur, where one succumbed to their injuries.

Following the attack, security forces in the region launched a joint cordon and search operation to nab the perpetrators. The IAF confirmed the incident through a tweet, stating that the targeted convoy was secured and investigations were ongoing.

An Indian Air Force vehicle convoy was attacked by militants in the Poonch district of J&K, near Shahsitar. Cordon and search operations are underway presently in the area by local military units. The convoy has been secured, and further investigation is under progress.

— Indian Air Force (@IAF_MCC) May 4, 2024

The elite IAF Garud Special Forces were quickly deployed to the area to assist in the search operation and counter-terrorism efforts.

In a series of tweets, the IAF provided updates on the situation. The initial exchange with the terrorists resulted in injuries to five IAF personnel, with one soldier later succumbing to their wounds.

Update

In the ensuing gunfight with terrorists, the Air Warriors fought back by returning fire. In the process, five IAF personnel received bullet injuries, and were evacuated to the nearest military hospital for immediate medical attention. One Air Warrior succumbed to his…

— Indian Air Force (@IAF_MCC) May 4, 2024

Political leaders across the spectrum condemned the terror attack.