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IED Targets KP Police Convoy in Hangu, Three Officers Wounded

Police describe a targeted strike on senior leadership, prompting immediate searches with tighter security.

Overview

  • Police say the convoy was returning from a peace committee meeting in Doaba when a roadside bomb detonated.
  • The injured were identified as SHO Imranuddin, Sub-Inspector Jehad Ali, and District Special Branch officer Abid, who were shifted to DHQ Hospital Hangu in stable condition.
  • Officials reported the attack was aimed at SP Investigation Abdul Samad and DSP Tal Mujahid along with the SHO.
  • A firefight with the assailants was reported after the blast as security forces cordoned the area and launched search operations.
  • Chief Minister Sohail Afridi sought a detailed report from the police chief and directed immediate medical support and tighter provincial security after the incident, which follows a recent blast that killed SP Operations Asad Zubair and three officers.