20 red sanders smugglers killed during encounter in AP
According to reports, the incident occurred in Seschalam forest area.
The encounter reportedly started after the smugglers attacked the police with stones and axes.
“About 20 smugglers were killed in the incident which can be termed as a major breakthrough. We are combing the area to nab the remaining smugglers,” Andhra Pradesh home minister Nimmakayala Chinarajappa was quoted as saying by Hindustan Times.
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