Jammu and Kashmir: 3 civilians, militant killed during firing in Shopian district

3 civilians and a militant were killed on Sunday evening in Shopian district when gunmen attacked army vehicle. Colonial Rajesh Kalia, Army's Srinagar based spokesman told Greater Kashmir that all 4 were killed (3 civilians and a militant) after militants attacked the Mobile Vehicle Check Post of army's 44 Rashtriya Rifles at Pahnoo village this evening. "Militants travelling in a vehicle fired upon army personnel who retaliated by firing several shots, leading to a brief exchange of fire. During the exchange of fire one militant was killed instantly and later three OGWs were found dead. One rifle was also recovered. The search operation was started in the area while an alert was also sounded." he added.