Face2News/Bathinda/Chandigarh
It has been ascertained that in the unfortunate incident, four army jawans of an artillery unit succumbed to gunshot injuries sustained during the incident. No other injuries to personnel or loss/damage to property have been reported.
The area continues to be sealed off and joint investigations with Punjab Police are being coordinated to establish the facts of the case.
All aspects including the possible case of involvement of an INSAS rifle along with 28 rounds reported missing two days back are being ascertained.(SUBHEAD)
Considering the sensitivities involved, Media is requested to avoid rumours and refrain from speculation.
Military spokesperson said, search team has located the INSAS rifle along with the magazine. Army and Police Joint teams will now be undertaking forensic analysis of the weapon for ascertaining further details.The balance number of rounds in the weapon will only be available after forensic analysis. The joint investigation with Punjab Police is in progress. All possible assistance is being provided.It is reiterated that *NO* individual has been detained/apprehended.
