A terrorist attack on a police checkpoint in Hangu on Wednesday night led to the death of three police officers and left two others injured.
Crossfire broke out at the Qazi Talab checkpoint on Shahu Road, police and local officials said.
According to police, the militants attacked the Qazi Talab post, prompting a strong response from officers stationed there. District Police Officer (DPO) Khan Zeb Khan said the personnel fought bravely.
The attackers opened heavy fire, causing a prolonged crossfire. Additional police units later arrived at the scene, and the operation was directly supervised by the DPO.
Authorities confirmed that three officers were killed in the incident, including LHC Waheed Shah and Constable Abdul Samad, while another officer also lost his life.
Two police officers were injured and taken to a nearby hospital for medical attention. Security forces continue their search operation for the attack.
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Federal Home Minister Mohsin Naqvi strongly condemned the attack on the checkpoint in Hangu. The Minister of the Interior paid tribute to the three police officers martyred in the attack and expressed his deepest condolences and condolences to their families.
Naqvi said that the sacrifices of the martyred officers will not go in vain and these sacrifices are a clear proof of Pakistan’s unwavering resolve in the war against terrorism.
He said Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa police have made immense sacrifices in the war against terrorism and KP police are on the frontline. The Interior Minister stated that the officers who sacrificed their lives for the country are the pride of the nation.
KP Governor Faisal Karim Kundi condemned the attack and expressed deep regret over the loss of life in a statement issued by the KP Governor’s Press Secretary’s Office.
He paid tribute to the three police officers who were martyred during the confrontation, recognizing their bravery and service. The governor also offered prayers for the elevation of the ranks of the martyrs and prayed for patience and strength for the grieving families in the wake of the tragedy.
Governor Kundi conveyed his good wishes for speedy recovery to the police personnel who were injured in the attack. Emphasizing the resilience and commitment of the provincial police force, he said, “Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Police are bravely confronting the terrorists.” Reaffirming the government’s resolve, he added: “The sacrifices of our police martyrs will not be in vain.”
