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Crime
Four CISF personnel killed in internal shooting at Kathua camp, J&K
✍️ India Today
🗓 29 Sep 2026, 09:32 PM
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A fellow CISF member opened fire inside a camp in Kathua, Jammu and Kashmir, killing four personnel. The incident is under investigation by authorities.
A gunman identified as a colleague opened fire inside a Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) camp in Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir, resulting in the deaths of four CISF personnel. The shooting took place during routine duty hours, and the victims were confirmed dead at the scene. Local officials reported that the attacker also sustained injuries but the extent was not disclosed. The incident has shocked the security establishment in the region. Authorities have cordoned off the area and launched a formal investigation to determine the motive and circumstances behind the internal attack. Senior police officials said forensic teams are examining the scene and that the surviving personnel are being questioned. While internal shootings among security forces are rare, the event underscores concerns about personnel safety and the need for stringent vetting procedures within armed units. The investigation remains ongoing and further details will be released as they become available.