NIA Raids 7 Locations in Reasi Bus Attack Case
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) is conducting raids at seven locations in connection with the Reasi bus attack case in Jammu. The agency is investigating the terrorist attack on pilgrims in Reasi, which was linked to the involvement of Pakistan-based operatives from the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) organization. On June 9, terrorists attacked a bus carrying pilgrims returning from a temple in Shiv Khori, Reasi. They first killed the bus driver, causing the vehicle to fall into a gorge, and then fired at the pilgrims for an extended period, resulting in the deaths of nine people and injuries to 44 others.
NIA Raids 7 Locations in Reasi Bus Attack Case
Local Resident Provided Assistance to Terrorists
Sources have previously indicated that a local resident, Hakeem Khan, also known as Hakeem Din, is under investigation by the NIA for assisting three terrorists. He reportedly conducted reconnaissance for them and even accompanied the terrorists to the attack site. It has been revealed that after June 1, he met with the attackers on at least three occasions to plan the assault.
NIA Raids 7 Locations in Reasi Bus Attack Case
Searches Linked to Hybrid Terrorists
Following the revelations from Hakeem Khan, the NIA is conducting searches at five locations associated with Over Ground Workers (OGWs) and hybrid terrorists. During interrogations, NIA officials identified the roles of two Pakistan-based LeT operatives, Saifullah, also known as Sajid Jatt, and Abu Katal, also known as Katal Sindhi. The investigation was taken over by the NIA on June 15, following directives from the Ministry of Home Affairs regarding the Reasi terrorist attack.
