Unidentified armed men on Monday opened fire on an investigation police vehicle near Sarozai in Hangu district, resulting in the deaths of two detainees and injury to a police official. According to District Police Officer (DPO) Tariq Habib, the police team was transporting suspects arrested in a serious kidnapping, rape and murder case to jail when the vehicle came under attack. Police said that detainees Dilshad, son of Sharif and Amanullah alias TTP were killed during the exchange of fire. Constable Safeer-ur-Rehman sustained injuries and was immediately shifted to a nearby hospital for medical treatment. Authorities added that the police vehicle suffered partial damage due to the intense firing. The attackers managed to escape from the scene after the assault. Following the incident, a heavy police contingent reached the area, cordoned off the surroundings and launched a search and clearance operation to track down the assailants. Police said investigations are underway from multiple angles and efforts are continuing to arrest those involved in the attack.
Two detainees killed, cop injured in attack on Hangu police van
Published on: June 9, 2026 4:19 AM