Policeman Killed in Bajaur Attack, Two Civilians Injured in Gunfire
BAJAUR: A tragic incident unfolded in Bajaur district’s Khar tehsil on Wednesday, where a policeman was martyred and two civilians sustained injuries after unidentified assailants opened fire. The attack occurred in the Lowi Sam area, targeting Constable Noorullah as he was returning home on his motorcycle near a basic health unit.
According to police officials and local residents, the gunfire erupted along the main Bajaur-Peshawar Road, resulting in immediate injuries to the constable and two bystanders. DSP Saidur Rehman confirmed that the injured were swiftly transported to a nearby hospital, where the 43-year-old policeman was pronounced dead upon arrival.
This incident raises serious concerns about the safety of law enforcement personnel and civilians in the region, highlighting the ongoing security challenges faced by local authorities. Mansoor Khan, a spokesperson for the district police, emphasized the need for heightened vigilance and swift action against such violent acts.
In response to the attack, a police team from the Lowi Sam station has been deployed to the scene to initiate a search operation aimed at apprehending the attackers. Investigations are underway to ascertain the motive behind this brutal assault and to ensure that those responsible are brought to justice.