15 cops among 21 martyred in blast at Kohat Police Lines, more than 80 injured
PESHAWAR: At least 21 people, including 15 police officials, were martyred on Friday when an explosives-laden vehicle detonated near a mosque in Kohat Police Lines, followed by terrorists storming the compound and attacking police facilities, according to senior police and district health officials. District Health Officer Dr Nasir Hassan Afridi confirmed the toll to Dawn , adding that more than…
Peshawar: A devastating explosion near a mosque at Kohat Police Lines resulted in the deaths of 21 people, including 15 police officials, on Friday. The attack was followed by terrorists storming the compound and attacking police facilities. District Health Officer Dr Nasir Hassan Afridi confirmed that over 80 individuals were injured, with three in critical condition.
Footage showed citizens gathering near the damaged mosque, aiding in the rescue efforts. The explosion initially targeted the mosque's gate, with a bomb-laden vehicle then detonating, causing severe damage. A suicide bomber also attacked the Special Branch building, leading to an ongoing exchange of fire with Fitna al Khawarij terrorists.
The attack was claimed by the Hafiz Gul Bahadur-led Ittehadul Mujahideen, a banned terrorist organization. KP Chief Minister Sohail Afridi condemned the incident, emphasizing that such attacks were "deeply regrettable and unacceptable." President Asif Ali Zardari vowed to eliminate foreign-sponsored terrorists and wished the injured a swift recovery.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif sought a detailed report on the blast and directed authorities to expedite relief operations. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi expressed grief over the loss of lives and extended condolences to the bereaved.
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