Peshawar School Roof Collapse Kills 27 Children and 2 Female Teacher

At least 21 children and a female teacher were killed when the roof of a private school collapsed in Peshawar. Dozens of others were injured in the incident.

According to rescue officials, the incident took place in Dir Colony, where several children were injured after being trapped under the rubble.

The administration of Lady Reading Hospital confirmed that the bodies of 21 children and a female teacher had been brought to the hospital. Rescue officials said 25 injured children had also been shifted to the hospital.

Peshawar Capital City Police Officer Mian Saeed said the number of injured people had exceeded 40.

Meanwhile, the Deputy Commissioner of Peshawar said an inquiry committee had been formed to investigate the incident and determine the cause of the roof collapse.

Rescue officials said the rubble was being cleared and rescue operations were continuing to search for more children and school staff who might still be trapped.