In a shocking escalation of violence, seven police personnel, led by a senior DSP, lost their lives in a ferocious gun attack in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. The incident occurred in Kohat’s Lachi area on Shakardara Road, transforming a routine patrol into a bloodbath.
According to police statements reported by Dawn, the assailants singled out the DSP’s vehicle, spraying it with automatic weapons fire. The DSP and his two bodyguards were declared dead on the spot, with four more officers succumbing to injuries soon after.
Kohat authorities responded with overwhelming force, deploying additional units and sealing the vicinity for a manhunt. Governor Faisal Karim Kundi labeled it a terrorist outrage, vowing justice while honoring the martyrs’ sacrifice. His message resonated with prayers for the grieving families and the wounded.
Kundi didn’t mince words about the dire security climate in southern KP districts, where police face daily perils yet remain undeterred. This tragedy aligns with CRSS data revealing a 44% spike in deaths from violence, jumping from 1,620 to 2,331 between 2024 and 2025.
Recent days paint a grim picture: Monday’s Karak drone attack killed three FC jawans, with gunmen later ambushing rescuers, torching their ambulance and wounding staff. A week prior, Bajaur’s checkpoint raid felled 11 guards and a child civilian.
These relentless strikes signal a resurgence of militancy, challenging Pakistan’s counter-terrorism efforts. As investigations probe possible militant affiliations, the nation mourns its brave defenders, urging stronger measures to restore peace.