At least two police officers were injured in an attack in KP Bannu on Thursday. The incident occurred while a police vehicle was transporting prisoners from Bannu to Hangu for court hearings. Police sources said the vehicle, belonging to Hangu police, was attacked at Domel Link Road. The attackers reportedly opened fire as the vehicle was a route.
A Bannu Central Jail official confirmed the prisoners were being transported as part of routine court appearances. The source said the vehicle’s driver quickly changed the route and safely reached Karak.
The injured officers were taken to the district headquarters hospital in Karak. Hangu District Police Officer Khan Zaib Mohmand visited them to check on their condition. Medical treatment is ongoing. Police have launched an investigation into the attack in KP Bannu. Security measures in the area have been increased to prevent further incidents.
This attack follows a series of recent incidents targeting law enforcement in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. On January 4, a policeman, Constable Rashid Khan, was killed in firing by unidentified attackers in the Kashfi Khel area of Bannu. He was leaving home for work when armed men on a motorcycle opened fire.
Last month, five officers were injured in a late-night attack on a police officer check post in Shaikh Landak, Bannu. These events highlight ongoing security challenges in the region.
Authorities have urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity. Police patrols and checkpoints have increased along major routes.
The investigation is ongoing, and officials have assured that responsibility will be brought to justice. Law enforcement agencies continue to prioritize the safety of officers and civilians in Bannu.
The attack in KP Bannu is part of a worrying trend of violence against police in the province. Authorities continue to strengthen security and monitor high-risk areas closely. You can also read about a recent IED attack that left multiple people injured in Pakistan. Stay updated on security incidents across the country, including the latest attack in KP Bannu.
