Afzal hanging: 1 killed in Kashmir protests
February 10, 2013  21:41

One youth died while six were injured in alleged security forces action in Kashmir during protests against the hanging of Parliament attack convict Mohammed Afzal Guru.         

 

Residents of Ganderbal area in central Kashmir claimed Tariq Ahmad Bhat and two others jumped into the river when they were chased by security forces.         

A police spokesman denied the allegation, saying the youth drowned after a boat capsized on the river. One youth managed to swim ashore, residents said adding another was saved by some persons.         

However, Bhat could not be saved and his body was later fished out, they said. The death of youth led to fresh protests in the area. The police spokesman said six persons were injured in Watergam area of Baramulla district while "tackling" law and order situation.

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