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Crime
Security Forces Start Search in Kathua, J&K After Villagers Spot Suspicious Movement
✍️ Daily Excelsior
🗓 26 Oct 2026, 07:20 PM
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Police and security personnel have begun a search operation in Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir after locals reported seeing unusual movement in the area.
Security officials announced that a coordinated search operation has been launched in Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir following reports of unusual activity from village residents. The operation involves police, the Jammu and Kashmir Police, and paramilitary units deployed to sweep the area for any illegal or threatening presence.
According to statements from local authorities, villagers observed a group moving stealthily near the outskirts of a hamlet and alerted the police. The reported movement was described as suspicious but details about the number of persons or vehicles involved were not disclosed.
Authorities said teams are conducting door‑to‑door checks, patrolling key routes and using tracking equipment to locate any suspects. No arrests have been reported so far, and officials emphasized that the situation is being monitored closely, with further updates to follow as the operation progresses.
According to statements from local authorities, villagers observed a group moving stealthily near the outskirts of a hamlet and alerted the police. The reported movement was described as suspicious but details about the number of persons or vehicles involved were not disclosed.
Authorities said teams are conducting door‑to‑door checks, patrolling key routes and using tracking equipment to locate any suspects. No arrests have been reported so far, and officials emphasized that the situation is being monitored closely, with further updates to follow as the operation progresses.