A terrorist attack on a police check post in Hangu on Wednesday evening resulted in the martyrdom of three police officers and left two others injured.
The crossfire broke out at the Qazi Talab check post on Shahu Road, police and local officials reported.
According to the police, militants targeted the Qazi Talab post, prompting a strong response from the officers posted there. District Police Officer (DPO) Khan Zeb Khan said the staff fought bravely.
The attackers opened heavy fire, leading to a prolonged crossfire. Additional police units later arrived at the scene, with the operation directly supervised by the DPO.
Officials confirmed that three officers were martyred 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 after the attack.
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Federal Home Minister Mohsin Naqvi has strongly condemned the attack on a checkpoint in Hangu. The Home Minister paid tribute to the three policemen who were martyred in the attack and expressed his deepest sympathy 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 that the Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Police has rendered immense sacrifices in the war against terrorism and that the KP Police is on the front line. The Home Minister said 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 grief over the loss of life in a statement issued by the Office of the Press Secretary to the KP Governor.
He paid tribute to the three policemen who were martyred during the confrontation and acknowledged their courage and service. The governor also prayed for the elevation of the ranks of the martyrs and asked for patience and strength for the bereaved families in the wake of the tragedy.
Governor Kundi conveyed his good wishes for the speedy recovery of the police personnel who sustained injuries during the attack. Emphasizing the resilience and commitment of the provincial police, he said, “Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa police are bravely confronting terrorists.” He affirmed the government’s decision, adding: “The sacrifices of our police martyrs will not go in vain”.
