Justice Sought in Tragic Crossfire Death of Jammu Youth

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah visited the family of Parvez Ahmad, a youth killed in crossfire during a police chase. Condemning the incident and demanding a calibrated use of police force, Abdullah assured the family of justice, while an investigation is underway to determine accountability.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Jammu | Updated: 28-07-2025 16:31 IST | Created: 28-07-2025 16:31 IST
Justice Sought in Tragic Crossfire Death of Jammu Youth
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In a sincere gesture of condolence, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah paid a visit to the family of Parvez Ahmad, a young man who tragically lost his life in a police crossfire incident in Jammu city. The Chief Minister, who flew from Srinagar, expressed heartfelt sympathies and assured the grieving family that justice would be served.

Minister Javed Rana and advisor Nasir Aslam Wani joined Abdullah as he addressed the severe incident, underscoring the need for a thorough investigation. National Conference officials expressed hope that the case would conclude with stringent punishment for those involved in the contentious incident that sparked significant public outrage.

Consequently, a special investigation team has been formed to uncover the details of the unfortunate event. Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary emphasized the necessity for transparency in the inquiry. The victim's family, backed by community protests, demands accountability, urging that justice should be delivered promptly and decisively.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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