BSF SI shoots self near LoC in Rajouri

Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Feb 12: A Border Security Force Sub-Inspector allegedly shot himself with his service rifle near the Line of Control in Rajouri district on Thursday, officials said.
Sub-Inspector Raj Kumar was on duty in a forward location near the border fence in Nowshera sector when he allegedly shot himself, the officials said, citing preliminary findings.
The body has been shifted to a nearby hospital for post-mortem, they said.
The motive behind Kumar taking such a step was not known immediately, the officials said, adding that police have started inquest proceedings.