The Border Security Force (BSF) gunned down Pakistani intruder and foiled infiltration bid in Punjab’s Pathankot . BSF troops earlier observed suspicious movement along the International Border (IB) in the BOP Tashpatan area, located in the Pathankot border region.

According to the BSF, “At pre-dawn today, BSF troops observed a suspicious movement across the IB (International Border) in BOP Tashpatan, Pathankot border area & an intruder was observed crossing the IB; he was challenged by the alert troops but paid no heed & kept on moving; BSF troops sensing threat neutralised the intruder. The identity & motive of the intruder are being ascertained. Vigilant BSF troops thwarted an infiltration attempt. Strong protest will be lodged with Pak Rangers”

In response to the incident, the BSF has stated that a strong protest will be lodged with the Pakistan Rangers regarding the infiltration attempt.