As they advanced towards the location provided by the intelligence, they were suddenly ambushed by the Kashmiris, who were evidently prepared for their arrival. Following an exchange of gunfire, casualties were sustained among Indian Army and J&K police personnel, including injuries to the Major and DSP. Attempts to evade and take cover proved unsuccessful, as the Kashmiris surrounded them and compelled them into a defensive position.
Subsequently, negotiations ensued, and the fighters demanded the surrender of Colonel Manpreet Singh, Major Ashish, and DSP J&K Police Humayun Bhat in exchange for sparing their lives. Notably, Colonel Manpreet Singh, who had previously led an operation resulting in the demise of Burhan Wani in IIOJK, had recently been promoted and awarded a Gallantry award.
The Indian Army and J&K Police personnel ultimately agreed to hand over the designated individuals to the fighters in exchange for their own safety. They relinquished their weapons and equipment before departing the area. Later, upon their return, they reported the discovery of the lifeless bodies of Colonel Manpreet Singh, Major Ashish, and DSP J&K Police Humayun Bhat, alongside others.
An additional revelation states that the bodies of Colonel Manpreet and Major Ashish were found unclothed, prompting an ongoing investigation into potential signs of sexual assault or torture. Allegations suggest that information regarding the movement of Indian forces may have been leaked from within the RR or J&K Police.
