Terrorists targeted the vehicle of the Assistant Commissioner of North Waziristan on Miranshah Road in Bannu, killing one and two police personnel civilian and injuring three police officers in a brazen assault, local sources confirmed. Eyewitnesses reported that the assailants opened fire on the official convoy in broad daylight. During the attack, the terrorists also snatched firearms from the wounded police personnel before fleeing the scene. Authorities are investigating the attack, which underscores the continuing threat posed by militant elements in the region.
Following the incident, police and security forces rushed to the site to secure the area, provide medical assistance to the injured, and launch search operations to apprehend the perpetrators. The deceased civilian’s body has been moved to a local mortuary, and the injured officers are receiving treatment at a nearby hospital.
Officials condemned the attack, describing it as a deliberate attempt to undermine law enforcement and disrupt public safety. They urged local residents to remain vigilant and assist security forces in tracking down the terrorists.
This attack highlights the persistent security challenges in Bannu and North Waziristan, where terrorist networks continue to threaten civilians and government personnel despite ongoing counterterrorism operations. Authorities have pledged intensified efforts to dismantle such networks and ensure the safety of the region’s population.
