A wanted militant involved in a deadly attack on police personnel has been killed in a joint operation conducted by the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) and district police in Dera Ismail Khan.
According to officials, the operation was carried out in the Wanda Badh area of Paharpur tehsil after intelligence reports indicated the presence of militants in the locality. The action reflects ongoing efforts by security forces to eliminate threats and maintain peace in the region.
The slain militant has been identified as Ahmad, son of Gul Din, who belonged to the Dotani tribe from the Panyala area. Authorities stated that he was associated with the former Kachi militant group and was wanted in multiple serious cases.
Officials confirmed that Ahmad was directly involved in a major attack that resulted in the killing of seven police personnel, including Faheem Mumtaz, while another officer, Hafiz Muhammad Adnan, was injured in the same incident.
Law enforcement agencies also revealed that the militant had been seen in images shared on social media by militant groups following the attack, further confirming his involvement.
Authorities described the elimination of the militant as a significant achievement in the ongoing counter-terrorism efforts in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The operation highlights the continued vigilance and coordinated actions of CTD and local police forces.
Dera Ismail Khan, located in the southern part of the province, has long faced challenges related to militancy and attacks on security personnel. Intelligence-based operations have been intensified in recent months to counter such threats.
In conclusion, the successful operation marks a major step forward in ensuring security and stability in the region, as authorities continue their efforts to combat militancy and protect citizens.
