A police spokesman said the police and security forces neutralised an "A+" category Hizb terrorist involved in several crimes, including a 2018 attack at Zainapora, Shopian, in which four police personnel were killed. "...he was given repeated opportunities to surrender; however, he fired indiscriminately," he said.

"Incriminating materials, arms and ammunition, including one AK rifle and three magazines, were recovered," the spokesman said.

(With inputs from agencies)