Poonch: Army initiates Court of Inquiry as police lodges murder case over killing of 3 civilians

The Army has initiated a Court of Inquiry into the alleged murder of three civilians who were picked up for questioning after a terrorist attack in Poonch. The incident has sparked allegations of custodial torture and widespread outrage. A brigadier-level officer has been shifted and action is being taken against three officers of 48 Rashtriya Rifles. The Army is fully cooperating in the investigation. Police have registered a murder case against unidentified army personnel.