Jammu and Kashmir Encounter: Gangster, PSI Killed in Gunfight with Police in Kathua; Office of LG Pays Tribute to Martyred

A gangster was killed, and one police personnel was martyred during the exchange of fire with police at Government Medical College (GMC) premises in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua. 

According to Kathua police, PSI Deepak Sharma succumbed to his injuries during treatment at the hospital in Kathua. He was injured in a firing incident between police and gangsters at Government Medical College (GMC) premises in Kathua.

#UPDATE | PSI Deepak Sharma succumbed to his injuries during treatment at the hospital in Kathua.

He was injured in a firing incident between police and gangsters at Government Medical College (GMC) premises in Kathua. https://t.co/srwFFUcmfY

— ANI (@ANI) April 3, 2024

The incident took place as a police team from Ramgarh police station was chasing the gangsters to arrest them, who were travelling in a car. The gangsters turned their vehicle to GMC Kathua and fired at the police, informing the police. Reinforcements have been rushed to the scene and a search is on for accomplices of the dead gangster.

The nation stands in solidarity with martyr's family & @JmuKmrPolice, whose dedication, resilience & courage in battling variety of challenges & adversaries continue to inspire us. Every drop of blood of our martyr will be avenged and we are committed to create a fear-free J&K.

— Office of LG J&K (@OfficeOfLGJandK) April 3, 2024

The Office of LG in Jammu and Kashmir, led by Manoj Sinha, expressed solidarity with the family of martyred PSI Deepak Sharma, who made the supreme sacrifice while bravely combating a notorious gangster in Kathua. The nation mourns the loss of this courageous officer, whose dedication and valour serve as a source of inspiration for all.

I salute the valour & indomitable courage of PSI Deepak Sharma, who made supreme sacrifice while valiantly fighting & neutralising a most wanted gangster in Kathua. His supreme sacrifice will remain etched in our hearts. Deepest condolences to the family of martyr Deepak Sharma.

— Office of LG J&K (@OfficeOfLGJandK) April 3, 2024

LG Sinha vowed to avenge every drop of the martyr's blood and reiterated the commitment to ensure a fear-free environment in J&K. The sacrifice of PSI Deepak Sharma will always be remembered and honored by the nation.