In a chilling late-night incident that has shaken Iran’s capital, several officers of Tehran’s Greater Police Investigation Unit were killed in a deadly armed attack, according to initial and preliminary reports The assault occurred late last night when unidentified assailants, described as heavily armed, opened direct and sustained fire on police personnel using Kalashnikov rifles. The sudden and violent nature of the attack left multiple officers dead at the scene, marking one of the most serious security incidents involving law enforcement in recent days.
While the exact number of casualties has not yet been officially confirmed, early information indicates that the attack resulted in the loss of several police lives, raising serious concerns over the security situation and the level of coordination demonstrated by the attackers.
Authorities have not yet released further operational details regarding the location, motive, or identity of the perpetrators. However, security and law enforcement agencies have immediately launched a comprehensive investigation, sealing off the area and initiating search operations to track down those responsible.
Officials state that intelligence and counterterrorism units are actively working to identify the attackers, assess possible affiliations, and determine whether the assault was part of a broader coordinated effort. Additional security measures are expected to be implemented as investigations continue.
This targeted attack underscores the growing risks faced by law enforcement personnel and highlights the evolving tactics of armed groups seeking to undermine public order and state authority.
