Srinagar, May 23: A newly-wed policemen died after hit by an oil tanker in Shadipora Payeen area in north Kashmir’s Bandipora district early this morning.
An official told KDC that a cop identified as Farhad Ali, posted in District Police Lines Bandipora, son of Ghulam Hyder Wani of Shadipora Payeen was hit and grievously injured by an unknown oil tanker at around 4:00 AM at his native village.
Farhad was immediately shifted to SKIMS Bemina where he succumbed to injuries, he said. Farhad, married only four days ago, was heading towards a Masjid (mosque) to offer Fajr (morning) prayers, he added.
A police officer told KDC that cognizance of the incident has been taken and investigations have been initiated. (KDC)
