Encounter underway in Baramulla

Srinagar: An encounter broke out Thursday between militants and security forces in Baramulla district of Jammu and Kashmir, police said. 

Security forces launched a cordon and search operation in Kreeri area of Baramulla following information about presence of militants there, a police official said.

The official said the search operation turned into an encounter when militants opened fire towards security forces.

So far, there are no reports of any casualties on either side.