Six terrorists were killed in an exchange of fire with security forces following an attack in the Takhti Khail area, within the jurisdiction of the Saraye Norang Police Station in Lakki Marwat.
According to Ishaq Khan, Medical Superintendent (MS) of Bannu Hospital, one individual was killed in the attack, while 19 others sustained injuries.
The injured include three police personnel, five children, and one woman, the police stated.
Regional Police Officer (RPO) Sajjad Khan confirmed that six terrorists were killed during the successful retaliatory action.
He further noted that the operation is ongoing, with both Bannu and Lakki Marwat police forces participating in the clearance efforts.
The Local Peace Committee stated that six of the wounded individuals are in critical condition and have been transferred to Bannu Hospital for specialized care.
Meanwhile, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi condemned the terrorist attack in Takhti Khail and expressed deep grief over the death of the civilian.
The Minister prayed for the swift recovery of the injured and lauded the police for their decisive action.
Praising the professional capabilities of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) police, Naqvi stated that their timely response successfully foiled the terrorists’ designs.
