Srinagar, Mar 20: Srinagar police today said it has initiated an investigation into the alleged suicide of ex-MLA Gurez Faqeer Muhammad Khan.
Police in a statement said that an incident of firearm discharge was reported today in the Tulsibagh area of Srinagar, resulting in the death of former legislator Fakeer Mohd Khan, son of Jumma Khan, a resident of Gurez.
Police has taken cognizance of the matter, and legal proceedings under section 194 of the BNSS have been initiated at Police Station Shergarhi.
Initial findings suggest the incident appears to be a case of suicide, statement said and added, further investigation is ongoing, and considering all aspects.
