LAKI MARWAT: In a large-scale search and strike operation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Lakki Marwat district, the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) and local police forces killed three militants, provincial law enforcement officials confirmed on Sunday evening.
Inspector General (IG) of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police, Zulfiqar Hameed, said the operation was launched based on intelligence reports indicating the presence of terrorists in the Khan Khel Mandzai forest, which falls under the jurisdiction of the Tajori and Bargai police stations.
The joint operation was led by District Police Officer (DPO) Jawad Ishaq, with support from the CTD, Quick Response Force, and local police units.
At around 10:45 AM, a fierce gun battle broke out between the militants and security personnel, lasting nearly two hours. The police exchanged heavy gunfire with the terrorists and managed to neutralize three of them without sustaining any casualties. Several other militants were reportedly injured and fled the scene.
DPO Ishaq credited the success of the operation to the cooperation of local residents and peace committee members. “The courage and support of the people have greatly boosted police morale,” he said.
IG Hameed praised the bravery and professionalism of the Lakki Marwat police, announcing cash rewards and commendation certificates for the personnel involved.
He also stressed that anti-terror operations are ongoing across the province. “The police in Lakki Marwat are responding effectively to these cowardly acts of terrorism,” he stated, adding that search efforts are continuing to track down the fleeing militants.
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