In Bannu, one terrorist was killed early Wednesday when police successfully thwarted a terrorist attack by repelling an assault on the Mazanga police post, officials said.
According to police officials, heavily armed terrorists launched the attack in the early hours of Wednesday. However, police personnel responded promptly and effectively, foiling the assault.
An intense exchange of fire between the police and the attackers continued for a considerable time, resulting in the death of one terrorist and injuries to several others. The injured terrorists were taken away by their accomplices under the cover of darkness.
Following the incident, District Police Officer Yasir Afridi, along with Deputy Superintendent of Police Arshad Khan and teams from the Rapid Response Force and Quick Response Force, reached the scene immediately. They cordoned off the area and initiated a search operation.
Police also recovered blood traces from multiple locations, indicating further casualties among the terrorists.
During the attack, Constable Fareedullah sustained minor injuries and was shifted to a hospital, where he was reported to be out of danger.
Police recovered weapons and other materials from the site, including magazines, hand grenades, bandoliers, and other equipment.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Inspector General Zulfiqar Hameed praised the performance of the Bannu Police for their successful operation and announced cash rewards and commendation certificates.
Meanwhile, Regional Police Officer Sajjad Khan reaffirmed that the police will continue to stand like an iron wall against all forms of terrorism.
Bannu district has been the scene of repeated security incidents in recent months, with both civilians and local security forces coming under attack amid a broader surge in militant violence.
Days earlier, five workers of the National Radio Telecommunication Corporation (NRTC) were abducted by unidentified armed men while they were working on a project.