Seven Police Martyred, Five Militants Killed in D.I. Khan Terror Attack

DERA ISMAIL KHAN: A major terrorist attack on the Police Training School in Dera Ismail Khan was successfully repelled late Friday night, but not without tragedy. According to police and official sources, five terrorists were killed, while seven police personnel were martyred in the attack.

The attack began around 8:30 PM when terrorists, including a suicide bomber, attempted to storm the Police Training School by detonating explosives near the building. An intense exchange of fire followed, lasting over an hour.

DSP Hafiz Muhammad Adnan confirmed that the joint operation was carried out by police and security forces and was completed late at night. He stated that all five terrorists were killed during the operation.

According to the Director General of Public Relations Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, more than 200 police officers and recruits were safely rescued, and both the Police Training School and the nearby NADRA office were cleared.

Meanwhile, 13 injured personnel were taken to the DHQ Trauma Center, where hospital officials confirmed the critical condition of at least one individual.

Earlier reports mentioned three attackers, but later updates confirmed five terrorists were involved, including one suicide bomber.

Following the incident, security has been heightened across the city, with strict checking at all entry and exit points. A search operation is ongoing to ensure complete safety in the area.

Authorities have launched a full investigation into the attack.