India: Gunmen kill three and injure several in Rajouri District of Jammu and Kashmir evening of Jan. 1

Event

Suspected militants killed three and injured at least 10 people in Rajouri District’s Dhangri Village evening of Jan. 1. Reports indicate that two unidentified gunmen entered the village firing on villagers. Authorities have launched a security operation to locate the assailants.

Heightened security presence will likely remain in the area for the duration of the security operation. Further attacks by armed groups are possible. Security personnel may erect roadblocks, resulting in localized ground transport disruptions.

Advice

Avoid the area. Heed the instructions of security personnel.